Learn how bacteria survived a simulated asteroid impact and could travel between planets on asteroid debris.

Using silver nanoparticles and portable Raman spectroscopy, researchers have created a rapid, cost-effective test that identifies dangerous bacteria in beef within minutes, a breakthrough that could ...

Warning: This graphic requires JavaScript. Please enable JavaScript for the best experience. PETALUMA, Calif. — The cows had to be deterred from messing with the ...

Microbes can break down everything, including methane and plastic. Now, a start-up is pioneering their use to consume oil and produce clean hydrogen. Houston-based Gold H2 has completed a field trial ...

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New research has found that at-home gut microbiome tests lack standardization, resulting in different results from the same ...

MADISON, Wis. -- Testing for bacteria in local waters can often take nearly a day to complete. Public Health Madison & Dane County Thursday launched a new rapid testing system to significantly reduce ...

OF THE DAY, PEOPLE REALLY SHOULDN’T BE WORKING IN THESE BUILDINGS. IT’S A PROBLEM. CONCERNS MOUNTING OVER POSSIBLE LEGIONELLA CONTAMINATED WATER IN BALTIMORE. BUILDINGS OWNED AND OPERATED BY PUBLIC ...

Maryland health officials announced the lifting of recreational water advisories for the Potomac River in Prince George’s and ...