Human urine becomes option for farmers in fertilizer supply crunchFrom chicken muck to human urine-based products and microbial solutions, growers are improvising to maintain crop yields. This shift, while...
23 May, 2026, 10.31 AM IST
You have been eating plastic for years; this fermented Korean food might finally help you fight backSouth Korea kimchi research benefits: Scientists have discovered a special bacterium in kimchi. This tiny microbe can attach to nanoplastic...
19 May, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
The one compost mistake that quietly turns your backyard into a rodent hotspotProperly managed compost bins, with tight-fitting lids, are crucial for deterring rodents by limiting access to food, water, and shelter. W...
10 May, 2026, 06.46 PM IST
Why fridge smells return no matter how much you deodorizeRefrigerator smells are not just irritants but signs of ongoing biological and chemical processes. Masking them with baking soda or deodori...
07 May, 2026, 02.47 PM IST
Why Your Kitchen Sponge Might Be Making Everything Smell WorseYour kitchen sponge, a cleaning essential, harbors billions of bacteria. Research reveals these porous tools become microbial hotspots, bre...
18 Apr, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
Why Keeping the Bathroom Door Closed Can BackfireContrary to popular belief, closing bathroom doors can worsen indoor air quality by trapping moisture, microbes, and pollutants. Research i...
18 Apr, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
These Are the Dirtiest Spots You’re Ignoring in HomeScience reveals that common household items like kitchen sponges, refrigerator handles, and remote controls harbor more bacteria than toile...
13 Apr, 2026, 04.03 PM IST
Don't Toss This Common Kitchen Scrap: It's Plant Gold That Makes Garden Soil Richer FastYour kitchen waste holds immense value for your garden. Eggshells, banana peels, and coffee grounds are rich in nutrients essential for pla...
10 Apr, 2026, 05.18 PM IST
Most People Toss This Kitchen Scrap But Its Plant Gold That Can Boost Growth FastBanana peels, once discarded as waste, are now recognized as a potent source of nutrients for plant growth. Research highlights their rich ...
10 Apr, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
Turn Kitchen Scraps Into Rich Garden Soil: Easy Composting Tips That Cut Your TrashAmericans discard significant food waste annually. Composting offers a simple, science-based solution to convert these scraps into valuable...
10 Apr, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
This Everyday Kitchen Sponge Can Hold More Bacteria Than A Toilet Seat; Here’s Why It HappensYour kitchen sponge may be dirtier than a toilet seat. Scientific studies reveal sponges are breeding grounds for billions of bacteria. Thi...
09 Apr, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
Fridge Zones Explained: The Simple Trick That Makes Meal Prep Faster Every WeekOrganizing your refrigerator into specific zones can significantly improve food safety and reduce waste. This scientific approach aligns wi...
08 Apr, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
Can microbes survive in space? This study answers the questionScientists have discovered a new microbe species aboard China’s Tiangong space station. Named Niallia tiangongensis, this strain shows uniq...
22 May, 2025, 02.25 AM IST
Microorganisms can create electricity from wastewater: StudyResearchers at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) have successfully engineered E. coli bacteria to generate electricity, a...
16 Sep, 2023, 05.35 PM IST
Why checking expiry dates on food items is useless: Best ways to determine freshnessMany people check the dates on food packaging to prevent consuming any hidden food dangers. The dates are usually printed with the month an...
25 Jul, 2023, 09.58 AM IST
New way to turn carbon monoxide into biofuelTo get the microbe to ferment the carbon monoxide, scientists "bubble it in the growth medium solution," said Angenent, where the cells can...
27 Jul, 2016, 02.06 PM IST
Microbe waste can shed light on Earth's evolutionMicrobe waste may provide a record of how Earth and life co-evolved over the past 3.5 billion years as the planet's temperature, oxygen lev...
31 Dec, 2014, 08.07 PM IST