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BACILLUS SUBTILIS
In 1984, NASA left Bacillus spores in space for nearly 6 years; after LDEF returned to Earth, 1–2% of the exposed spores were still aliveDuring an extensive six-year voyage aboard the LDEF satellite, soil bacteria spores demonstrated remarkable resilience, surviving the rigor...
In 2010, NASA launched a 12-pound, loaf-of-bread-sized satellite with two Bacillus populations; radiation exposure reached about 15 times that of the ISS orbitNASA's O/OREOS mission embarked on an exciting journey to observe how bacteria withstand the rigors of space radiation. The compact satelli...
NASA maps where Earth microbes could survive on the Moon for days and finds unexpected refuges near the lunar polesNASA scientists found some Earth microbes could survive on the Moon. Protected lunar polar areas offer refuge from harsh radiation and temp...
Why Your Kitchen Counter Still Feels Sticky No Matter How Much You Clean ItSticky kitchen counters are a common issue. This happens because grease builds up over time. Regular wiping often fails to remove this stub...
IIT Guwahati researchers analyse Panitenga, identify bacterial strains with potential industrial applicationsResearchers at IIT Guwahati have identified a beneficial bacterial strain in Panitenga, a traditional Assamese fermented food. The strain, ...
Avoid mopping liquid spills in kitchens with a dishcloth. It is breeding ground for harmful bacteriaTea towels can harbour a diverse variety of germs picked up from human hands, pets or food waste, leading to a higher proportion of foodbor...
- Cigarette butts to eliminate mosquitoes?
Bengaluru, Sep 22 (IANS) Cigarette butts (CBs) thrown into garbage as trash can be turned into a valuable resource for killing mosquitoes t...