Toxins similar to Seahorses used to Kill Insects
To eliminate their hosts, insect-killing bacteria often emit poisons. The bacteria Photorhabdus luminescens, for example, injects insect larvae with the fatal ‘Makes caterpillars floppy 1’…
Biology
The ‘Genetic Time Machine’ uncovers Secrets of Our DNA
Researchers describe a breakthrough approach for identifying pieces of our genetic blueprint derived from ancient genetic parasites, providing new insights into human evolution and health.…
The New Evolutionary Theory explains why Creatures Shrink with Time
Some evolutionary theories argue that creatures shrink over time, which can be explained by a concept known as “insular dwarfism” or “island dwarfism.” This phenomenon…
Dark Brown Bear Genomes reveal information about Ice Age Survival and Loss
The study of ancient brown bear genomes indeed sheds light on the evolutionary history and survival strategies of these majestic creatures during the Ice Age.…
Salmonella can be killed by Tomato Juice’s Antibacterial Qualities
Tomato juice indeed has certain antibacterial qualities that could aid in the fight against some infections, such as Salmonella. The main cause of this is…
Shedding New Light on the Virus-host Tug-of-war
The tug-of-war between the virus and host is centered on the interaction between ribonucleic acid (RNA) and proteins, which is also crucial for preserving cellular…
Microbial research Resolves a Worldwide Nitrogen Conundrum
A study found that distinct AOM lineages use different regulatory methods for ammonia or urea use, reducing direct rivalry and allowing for coexistence. Wei Qin,…
A New Mechanism regulating Lipid Production through Fatty Acids
Lipid biosynthesis is a complex process that produces a variety of lipid compounds, including fatty acids, triglycerides, phospholipids, and cholesterol. Fatty acids play an important…
Endosymbiont
An organism that coexists in a mutually advantageous association with the body or cells of another organism is referred to as an endosymbiont. Any organism…
Observing a Protein that Changes its Form
The idea of “spying” on a shape-shifting protein may sound like science fiction, yet investigating the dynamic behavior of proteins, especially those that undergo shape-shifting…
Stone Age Cuisine shown by Ancient “chewing gum”
Chewing gum, made from natural substances like birch bark pitch, has the advantage of preserving DNA for thousands of years. This allows scientists to gain…
Microbial Inoculants
Microbial inoculants are formulations that contain beneficial microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, or other microbes that are applied to soil, plants, or other settings to…
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