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admin — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:30:15 +0000

The article talks about the mussels known as Bathymodiolus that were found underneath the sea and their symbiotic bacteria as their food source. (more…)

Size Changes of Bacillus Spores could lead to Simpler, Faster Anthrax Detector

admin — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 07:50:31 +0000

The article discussed the alterations of bacillus spores, which can direct the way to simpler and quicker detection of anthrax. (more…)

New anti-microbial agent destroys anthrax, kills flu virus

admin — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 07:41:36 +0000

The article talked about the material called as BCTP. It seems like a skim milk. Laboratory rats gain weight when they consume it. When squirted in the lawn, the grass flourishes. Nonetheless, based from examinations done by the U-M scientists, the apparently gentle substance may possibly be an effective bludgeon opposed to anthrax, which is one of the most lethal bacteria on Earth. It has also been discovered to be a rapid and effective terminator of influenza A virus in cell cultures and in the nasal channels of laboratory mice. BCTP kills anthrax but does not harm animals or the surroundings. (more…)

Bacteria, beware: New finding about E coli could block infections, lead to better treatments

admin — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 03:11:27 +0000

In this article tells us about a newly discovered receptor in a strain of Escherichia coli. This new receptor can be blocked to avert infection, according to the research study. It is believed that a finding like this might aid in developing better therapies, specifically those to treat bacterial infections resulting in common diseases like food poisoning, diarrhea or plague. (more…)

Methanotrophic Bacteria : Use in Bioremediation

admin — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 18:00:05 +0000

In recent years of science there has been an increased interest, experiments and documented success in the use of microscopic organisms for environmental restoration and related projects. Bioremediation is the use of microscopic organisms to control and or destroy contaminants. (more…)

Taste Great! If Scientists Find Bacteria That Improve Foul-Tasting Water

admin — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 16:33:20 +0000

This is an article that shows and explains how a certain type of bacterium can promptly and inexpensively remove a foul tasting, malodorous microscopic compound often found on tap or drinking water for thirsty consumers today. As discussed in the article, a team of researchers has discovered that a possible solution may lie within the water itself. The said microscopic type of bacterium is released by somewhat blue green algae that flourish in water reservoirs during summer season. (more…)

Bio-weapons to Bacteria Killers-goodbacterium

admin — Sun, 17 Jun 2007 15:45:13 +0000

This is an article that explains how bio-weapon scientists from different countries could help contribute their knowledge and expertise in addressing local health problems. According to the article, the building of effective links with overseas researchers is a matter of perseverance and resources, but the rewards that result from it can be substantial. The experience of Dr. William Petri, the newly appointed chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases, is an example according to the article. (more…)

Putting bacteria to work

admin — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 17:29:12 +0000

Global warming is everyone’s concern nowadays, and there is no question that it is a by-product of man’s advancement technologically. The more cars, industries, and factories put up, the greater is the problem in terms of global warming. More carbon dioxide would be emitted into the earth’s atmosphere and this would eventually destroy earth’s protective ozone layer which will lead to man’s demise on earth. Some Harvard scientists have been studying certain bacteria that could clean up the pollution and reduce global warming.

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Bacteria under Greenland ice may preview what scientists find under Mars’ surface

admin — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 17:25:17 +0000

The term Archaea refers to groups of microbes found in the least likely places for microbes to grow. In places where the temperature reaches 200 degrees Celsius or above, certain microbes were found subsisting only on sulfur, hydrogen and carbon dioxide. They are also found in hot springs at the Yellowstone National park, in hydrothermal vents, as well as in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. (more…)

Bacteria: Good Guys or Bad Guys?

admin — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 09:42:44 +0000

What is the first word to pop into your mind when you hear the word “bacteria?” The chances are that your answer is “germ” Most people know of bacteria only as nasty germs that give them strep throat or food poisoning and that should be gotten rid of when at all possible. (more…)