#Bacterial

The last antimicrobial peptide was developed decades ago. Now, drug-resistant bacteria are forcing scientists to take a fresh look at this class of antibiotic. The last antimicrobial peptide was developed decades ago.…

A University of Florida study has made a key discovery in understanding a disease that for over a century has plagued the white button mushroom—a nutrient-dense vegetable that is valued for its versatility and health benefits.…

Scientists have uncovered a surprising way to influence the bacteria living in our mouths — not by killing them, but by interrupting how they “talk” to each other.…

I'm studying laboratory techniques and just wanted to share my first bacterial smears I did today. I am fascinated by what you can see under a microscope. First picture is B. subtilis with Crystal violet stain Second picture is E. coli with Safranin stain.

Dozens of new discoveries reveal that defenses evolved by bacteria and viruses billions of years ago still define our own innate immune system.

From SingularityHub: MIT Mined Bacteria for the Next CRISPR—and Found Hundreds of Potential New Tools

Newly discovered bacterial defense system challenges genetic code’s central dogma

Scientists have uncovered a surprising twist in how bacteria share genes—including those that spread antibiotic resistance. Tiny virus-like particles called gene transfer agents (GTAs), once ancient viral invaders, have been repurposed by bacteria into…