Bacteria reveal second 'shutdown mode' for surviving antibiotic treatment

A new study reveals that bacteria can survive antibiotic treatment through two fundamentally different "shutdown modes," not ...
Science Daily

Using different flours for sourdough fosters different bacteria -- and flavors

A new study of the microbial ecosystem in sourdough finds that using different types of flour fosters distinct bacterial communities, and that these differences contribute to the variation of ...
Popular Science

Why no two sourdoughs are exactly the same

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. While sourdough starter is not the social media star it was in the ...

The gut bacteria that put the brakes on weight gain in mice

The gut microbiome is intimately linked to human health and weight. Differences in the gut microbiome—the bacteria and fungi ...
The New York Times

10,000 Feet Up, Scientists Found Hundreds of Airborne Germs

In 10 flights over Japan, researchers found a host of bacteria and fungi. These high-altitude germs could help spread disease around the world. By Carl Zimmer Carl Zimmer has written about airborne ...