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New research from Portland State University focused on identifying signs of life—biosignatures—in extreme environments here on Earth. Researchers investigated whether microbial active motion (e.g., ...

Scientists are studying how bacteria move across surfaces -- a process known as twitching motility. New findings led to the surprising discovery of the key role surface properties play in either ...

Ensuring pharmaceutical safety and efficacy hinges on rigorous quality control (QC). By identifying potential microbial contaminants early in drug development and production, microbial QC tests ...

Microbial testing laboratories often face challenges such as genetic drift, variability in results, and the need for extensive preparation. These issues can lead to inconsistent results and increased ...

Researchers have identified a new way to fight infections like Lyme disease and syphilis by disrupting the bacteria’s ‘motor,’ preventing it from spreading through the body. The findings could have ...

A team of researchers in Germany have proposed a new method for searching for life on alien worlds, which they believe could ...