An Algerian scientist splits his gaze between microbes and Mars : NPR
Youcef Sellam in his lab with the fossil filaments found in the gypsum. Youcef Sellam hide caption toggle…
‘Loki’ microbes may have given rise to our ancient immune system : Short Wave : NPR
Researchers use electron microscopes to study archaea, unicellular organisms found around the world. RichLegg/Getty Images hide caption toggle…
The superbugs lurking in your city: Disinfectant-resistant microbes are breeding in offices, schools, and shopping centres, study warns
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, hand sanitisers and sprays have become staple features in cities around the world. But…
The germs lurking in your microwave: Radiation-resistant microbes are breeding inside our home appliances – including several that could prove DEADLY, study warns
Whether it’s heating up a ready meal or warming up a cold cup of tea, many of us…
Life on Mars? Scientists discover ‘oceans’ of water 12 miles beneath the surface of the Red Planet – and say they could harbour microbes
Data from NASA’s Insight lander indicates deep, porous rock filled with water The underground reservoir is just too…
The germs lurking in your SINK: Handbasins are hotspots for dangerous microbes that can cause pneumonia, Legionnaires’ disease and wound infections, study warns
Researchers analysed the microbes living in biofilms in hospital and home sinks They found bugs than can cause…