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Building New Antibiotics from Neanderthal DNA They might be hiding an antibacterial superweapon in their genes. By Cassidy Ward 5 months ago
Microscopic face mites are on an evolutionary course to merge with us We are legion, and we're not sure we like it. By Cassidy Ward 1 year ago
Largest bacterium ever discovered can be seen with the naked eye Nature will break any rule given half a chance. By Cassidy Ward 1 year ago
Scientists recorded the sound of a single bacterium It's the world's smallest and loneliest disco. By Cassidy Ward 1 year ago
Deep sea sponges gnaw on the bones of an ancient oceanic graveyard How can you be so soft, yet so metal? By Cassidy Ward 2 years ago
Grasshopper’s get hangry! Gut bacteria to blame for locusts swarming Has anyone offered the swarm a Snickers? By Cassidy Ward 2 years ago
Zero-G could be the answer to producing more stem cells — and saving more lives Microgravity can be the next frontier for putting stem cell research (and more) under a literal microscope. By Elizabeth Rayne 2 years ago
Viruses body-snatch cells by shapeshifting like it's a micro horror movie Body snatchers really do exist, in the form of viruses that can shapeshift their RNA to invade victim cells. By Elizabeth Rayne 2 years ago
Superpowered immune systems cleared HIV from two patients without treatment Their immune system punched the virus into the Sun. By Cassidy Ward 2 years ago
Malaria pathogens help mosquitoes smell fresh blood and feel younger Mosquitoes and malaria are in a symbiotic relationship; malaria pathogens give them an edge in smelling prey. By Elizabeth Rayne 2 years ago