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Over 1,500 bat species carry thousands of deadly viruses but rarely get sick, and scientists are only just beginning to understand whyBats possess a unique, preactivated innate immune defense that stops viruses from fully replicating, even after cell entry. This remarkable...- Scientists trace human blood cells back to ancient single-celled ancestorsScientists have uncovered evidence that human blood and immune cells may have evolved from ancient single-celled organisms nearly 700 milli...
- Why damp laundry left in the washer quickly starts smelling badLeaving wet clothes in the washing machine creates a breeding ground for odor-causing microbes. Studies reveal that warm, damp conditions i...
- NASA observes Argentina from the International Space Station and detects a gigantic pink heart nearly 10 kilometers wide, whose color does not have as romantic an origin as it seemsA stunning heart-shaped pink lake in Argentina, captured from space, reveals a fascinating scientific story. This vibrant hue is due to sal...
- 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 ...
- Mould On Bathroom Sealant Comes Off EasilyFlaky bathroom sealant is more than a cosmetic issue. It signals a battle between microbes, moisture, and materials. Research from New Zeal...
- The “New Species” Pipeline Is Speeding Up—and It’s Revealing What We’ve MissedScientists are identifying new species at an unprecedented rate, not due to recent evolution, but improved genetic and observational tools....
- 27 oral microbes linked to 250% higher pancreatic cancer risk in NYU studyNYU researchers identify 27 oral bacteria and fungi that increase pancreatic cancer risk by 250%. Study analyzed 122,000 participants' sali...
- NASA acidentally discovers super bacteria that could survive on MarsIn a surprising discovery, NASA scientists found 26 new bacterial species in a JPL clean room, raising concerns about planetary contaminati...
- 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...
- China's 'batwoman' warns of another coronavirus-like outbreakVirologist Shi Zhengli, known as China's "batwoman," and her team have warned that a new pandemic similar to Covid-19 is highly likely and ...
- These at-home microbiome test kits can tell you what lives in your gut. But can data improve your health?These personal gut microbiome testing kits claim to tell you what organisms live in your gut.
- Decoded: Why not all obese patients develop diabetesThe findings showed that a particular type of gut microbe leads to white adipose tissue containing macrophage cells, large cells that are p...
- Bacteria too can become extinct, says studyToronto, July 31 (IANS) Bacteria do become extinct at substantial rates, finds a new study, contradicting widely held scientific thinking t...
- Chimps sleep on cleaner beds than humans: StudyNew York, May 16 (IANS) If you think humans sleep on cleaner beds than other species, think again. According to a study, chimpanzees, our c...
- Antibiotic-resistant microbes evolved prior to dinosaursNew York, May 12 (IANS) The earliest relatives of "superbugs" -- resistant to virtually all antibiotics -- known as the enterococci, had ev...
- Protein-carbohydrate combo good for gut healthSydney, Nov 27 (IANS) Dietary combination of protein and carbohydrate may help promote good gut health as such a diet encourages cooperatio...
- Being sociable may transmit 'good' gut microbesSpending time in close contact with others ups the risk of catching germs but it can also transmit 'good' gut microbes.
- A glass of water contains ten million bacteria!As per a recent research, it has been found that drinking water has millions of "good bacteria" found in water pipes and purification plant...
- Ancient microbe colonies found living under 800 metres of ice in AntarcticIn a major breakthrough, scientists have finally proved that life exists in a lake buried under half a mile (800 meters) of ice on the west...
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