Space
Bacteria on the space station are evolving for life in space
Genetic analysis shows that microbes growing inside the International Space Station have adaptations for radiation and low gravity, and may pose a threat to astronauts
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Life
A surprisingly wide range of bacteria live inside microwaves
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Health
The vital viruses that shape your microbiome and your health
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Life
Could we merge biologically with the fungal network and live forever?
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Life
Colonies of single-celled creatures could explain how embryos evolved
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Life
A bacterium has evolved into a new cellular structure inside algae
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Blue cheese could get an upgrade thanks to new mould hybrids
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Space
Miso paste made in space opens a new frontier for fermented foods
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The right microbes on plant roots can make your tea taste better
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Earth
Bacteria could help turn CO2 to rock under extreme conditions
Microbes that rapidly convert CO2 to rock could lock away the greenhouse gas in deep underground storage sites, such as depleted oil and gas reservoirs
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Health
Inhalable nanoparticles could help treat chronic lung disease
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Life
Lager could get array of novel flavours thanks to new strains of yeast
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Life
A bacterium switches from prey to predator when it gets cold
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Membrane-destroying drug works against antibiotic-resistant bacteria
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