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Bacteria Share Their Genes Via Invading Phage
Researchers have discovered a previously unknown mechanism by which bacteria share their genetic material through virus parasites.
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Five Subtypes of Colon Sensory Colon Neurons Identified
Scientists define five types of colon neurons specialized for sending different signals to the brain.
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Cravings and Rewarding Effects of Cocaine Impacted by Gut Microbiome
A new study has shown that changes to the gut microbiome have significant effects on cocaine use and cravings after withdrawal.
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Enzymes That Can Be Controlled With Blue Light
Researchers have gained new insights into the functioning of a protein found in bacteria, whose enzymatic activity is activated by blue light.
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Scientists Finally Uncover the Important Role of the Thymus Gland
New research has uncovered evidence that the thymus is in fact critical for adult health generally and for preventing cancer and perhaps autoimmune disease.
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Disrupted Sleeping Patterns Are Associated With Harmful Gut Bacteria
A study has found that changes to our sleeping patterns – such as getting up early on weekdays and lying in on the weekend – are associated with the presence of harmful bacteria in the gut, as well as diet quality and inflammation.
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How Fungi Use Lipid “Bubbles” To Infect Plants
Researchers have found a way to defeat mold without showering toxic chemicals on the crops.
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Children Raised in Rural Environments Have a Better Developed Immune System
Children raised in rural environments who spend a lot of time outdoors with some exposure to animals grow to have better regulated immune systems than children living in urban environments, a new study has found.
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Oxygen-Tolerant Strain of Gut Bacteria Could Advance Probiotics
Researchers from the University of Gothenburg and probiotic company BioGaia AB have announced a significant discovery that could pave the way for the development of next-generation probiotics, with potential applications for glucose control in individuals with prediabetes.
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Three Doses of COVID Vaccine Effective in Vulnerable Populations
In a study, vulnerable people at risk of severe COVID-19 achieved good antibody levels after three doses of mRNA vaccine.
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