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May 02, 2014 08:09 AM EDT

Viruses Hijack Deep-Sea Bacteria During Hydrothermal Vent War

Armies of viruses and bacteria fight against one another within the mineral-rich water billowing from seafloor hot springs called hydrothermal vents. Now, scientists have taken a closer look at this interaction, reveal how and why this war is occurring.

Apr 24, 2014 10:15 AM EDT

Cow Manure May Lead to More Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria on Food

It turns out that cow manure may be more dangerous than anyone expected (and not just because of the smell). Manure can contain a surprising number of antibiotic resistance genes from the cows' gut bacteria.

Mar 24, 2014 11:06 PM EDT

Brighter Future for Bacteria Detection

An advanced assay quickly illuminates bacteria for more rapid, accurate detection.

Mar 13, 2014 10:58 AM EDT

Bacteria Imbalance in Digestive Tract Could Induce Crohn's Disease Symptoms

Your digestive tract contains an extraordinary amount of bacterial cells. Some are good for you and some are bad, but both kinds are essential for a healthy digestive system. An imbalance of these bacteria could lead to Crohn’s disease.

Feb 24, 2014 08:45 PM EST

Water Could Slow the Movement of Bacteria Microbes in the Body

Although only less than one percent of bacteria are harmful, humans are still fall ill with bacterial infections fairly often. Additionally, some bacteria are helpful and participate in various bodily functions. A new study has shown how water can assist in helping bacteria in the body.

Feb 07, 2014 05:41 PM EST

Salmonella Bacteria May Result from Improperly Microwaving Food

An outbreak of Salmonella that occurred in 2010 and sickened 44 people has raised awareness for properly following directions when microwaving food. A new investigation of the outbreak has revealed some new findings.

Feb 02, 2014 04:29 PM EST

Is Body Odor More Common Among Older People?

Body odor is the bacterial breakdown of sweat. Now, scientists have examined whether the substance of body odor is more commonly found in older people.

Jan 18, 2014 03:26 PM EST

Altering Gut Bacteria May Increase Health and Lifespan

Want to live a longer life? Get the right gut bacteria. Scientists have discovered that by altering the symbiotic, or commensal, relationship between bacteria and the absorptive cells lining the intestine, they can increase the lifespan in Drosophila.

Dec 31, 2013 08:38 AM EST

How Persistent Bacteria Avoid Antibiotics: Scientists Reveal New Mechanism

The tide of antibacterial-resistant bacteria is growing. Now, though, scientists have found out the mechanism that these bacteria use to resist treatment. The findings could pave the way for new methods to control these dangerous bacteria.

Dec 27, 2013 09:06 AM EST

Bacteria Persists on Books, Toys and Cribs for Long Periods

How long can bacteria live outside the human body? Apparently it's far longer than you might first imagine. Scientists have discovered that Streptococcus pneumonia and Streptococcus pyogenes can persist on surfaces far longer than first thought.

Dec 13, 2013 12:17 PM EST

How Benign Bacteria Evolve into Virulent Pathogens

Bacteria can evolve quickly in order to adapt to environmental change. But what happens when the "environment" is an immune response from an infected host? Relatively harmless bacteria can quickly turn into virulent pathogens. Now, scientists have taken a closer look at this evolutionary process in ...

Dec 12, 2013 05:23 PM EST

Hydrogen-Powered Invasion of Bacteria Uncovered

Although mankind is only just beginning to use hydrogen as an energy source, the concept has been established in nature for a long time. Researchers at ETH Zurich have discovered that the diarrhoea-causing bacterium Salmonella uses hydrogen as a source of energy to colonise the intestine.