Bacteria steal DNA from silent viruses and use it like a memory bank. That memory helps them protect future generations.

A study about office microwaves may have some people rethinking the leftover food they eat for lunch. Researchers examined the differences in bacteria present in domestic spaces such as a home; in ...

Like people, bacteria get invaded by viruses. In bacteria, the viral invaders are called bacteriophages, derived from the ...

New research has the potential to transform the design of brain implants for neurological disorders, making them safer and ...

Dead bacteria release an enzyme that breaks down their contents into nutrients for other bacteria, highlighting a novel ...

Bacterial vaginosis may not be a solo problem.Treating both partners could finally stop the frustrating cycle of recurring BV.

Biology might ultimately provide a solution, however. Researchers have identified bacteria that evolved the ability to digest ...

Cellulitis is a skin infection that can occur when bacteria enter an open bug bite. Early treatment is crucial. Learn how to ...

Researchers have discovered that bacterial swarms transition from stable vortices to chaotic turbulence through distinct intermediate states. Combining experiments with bacterial swarms, computer ...