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INRAE scientists have identified seven bacteria involved in the microbiota barrier effect, which prevents pathogenic bacteria from proliferating. The study is published in the journal Microbiome.

Intestinal bacteria influence aging of blood vessels Date: May 28, 2025 Source: University of Zurich Summary: The aging of the innermost cell layer of blood vessels leads to cardiovascular diseases.

Bacteria can precisely adjust their membrane lipid compositions to control the biophysical properties of their membranes, which allows them to thrive in various physical environments. Here ...

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Bacteria called thermophiles (meaning “heat lovers”) have been known to tolerate 45° to 70° C of heat. Such a high temperature can give human skin third-degree burns. Scientists find ...

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As outdoor activities begin to ramp up ahead of summer, Connecticut officials announced Tuesday that they confirmed the first U.S. case of the invasive longhorned tick carrying Ehrlichia chaffeensis.

Anaerobic ammonium oxidation (anammox) bacteria, which combine ammonium and nitrite or nitrate to form nitrogen gas, were discovered in the early 1990s. Here, Gijs Kuenen recalls the discovery of ...

Firmicutes gut bacteria boost metabolism and bone health, study finds. by BGI Genomics edited by Gaby Clark, reviewed by Robert Egan. Gaby Clark. scientific editor. Meet our ...

Scientists warn that a dangerous superbug capable of digesting medical plastic is silently spreading through hospitals, threatening patient safety worldwide.

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