Coaxing purple bacteria into becoming bioplastic factories
In a world overrun by petroleum-based plastics, scientists are searching for alternatives that are more sustainable, more biodegradable and far less toxic to the environment......»»
Scientists discover new molecule that combats viral infection in bacteria
A Ph.D. researcher at the University of St Andrews studying microbes in the human gut has discovered a new molecule that acts as a "distress signal" when viruses are detected. The research is published in the journal Nature......»»
Nvidia and iPhone maker Foxconn to build "AI factories"
This comes as the US announced plans to cut off more exports of advanced chips to China, in a blow to Nvidia......»»
Taiwan"s Foxconn to build "AI factories" with Nvidia
Taiwan's Foxconn says it plans to build artificial intelligence (AI) data factories with technology from American chip giant Nvidia, as the electronics maker ramps up efforts to become a major global player in electric car manufacturing......»»
Superlensing without a super lens: Physicists boost microscopes beyond limits
Ever since Antonie van Leeuwenhoek discovered the world of bacteria through a microscope in the late seventeenth century, humans have tried to look deeper into the world of the infinitesimally small......»»
Multi-drug resistant strain of E. coli battles bacteria in healthy gut
Different strains of E. coli can outcompete one another to take over the gut, a new study reveals......»»
Bacteria found in desert pave the way for paint that produces oxygen while capturing carbon
An innovative paint that contains oxygen-producing bacteria capable of capturing carbon dioxide (CO2) has been created by scientists from the University of Surrey. Researchers suggest this paint, known as a "biocoating," could be used in extreme envi.....»»
Dangerous "Superbugs" Are on the Rise. What Can Stop Them?
Traditional antibiotics drive bacteria toward drug resistance, so scientists are looking to viruses, CRISPR, designer molecules and protein swords for better superbug treatments.....»»
Comprehensive pan-genome analysis of lactic acid bacteria unveils new avenues for food industry and health care
A team of international researchers has published the first comprehensive comparative pan-genome analysis of lactic acid bacteria (LAB), a family of microorganisms essential to natural ecosystems and the food industry. Published in Food Microbiology,.....»»
South Korean firms get indefinite waiver on US chip gear supplies to China
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix will be allowed to supply US chip equipment to their China factories indefinitely without separate US approvals, South Korea's presidential office and the companies said on Monday......»»
New foods can go from yucky to yummy as people"s perceptions evolve
Bugs, microalgae and bacteria are emerging as healthy and sustainable alternatives to traditional proteins......»»
Striking UAW workers win key battery plant concession from General Motors
Further walkouts at GM factories were averted after the automaker made its offer. Enlarge / UAW members and workers at the Mopar Parts Center Line, a Stellantis Parts Distribution Center in Center Line, Michigan, hold signs after.....»»
Bacteria opt for the best price-to-quality ratio to predict the future
Predicting the future can be a matter of life or death. Just think, every time you cross the street, you predict whether this is possible without being run over. Experiments show that even single-celled organisms such as bacteria can predict the futu.....»»
Vacuum cleaner-effect in fungi can hold nanoplastics at bay
Using micro-engineered soil models, researchers at Lund University in Sweden have investigated the effect of tiny polystyrene particles on bacteria and fungi. While these nanoplastics reduced both bacterial and fungal growth, the fungus actually mana.....»»
The hunt for a new way to tackle clothing waste
Scientists in the US are trying to find enzymes or bacteria that will decompose manmade fibres......»»
New research finds that reducing antibiotic usage in animal feed is not enough to combat antibiotic resistance
A new study led by the University of Oxford has found that natural evolution of antibiotic resistance genes has maintained resistance in bacteria despite a reduction in the use of antibiotics. The findings demonstrate the importance of understanding.....»»
Chasing interactions between bacteria provide insights into collective behavior
A new model demonstrates that chasing interactions can induce dynamical patterns in the organization of bacterial species. Structural patterns can be created due to the chasing interactions between two bacterial species......»»
Taiwan investigates firms that worked with Chinese companies reportedly supplying Huawei
Taiwan is investigating whether four of its firms broke US sanctions or its own investment rules when they provided services to Chinese companies that are reportedly helping Huawei build chip factories......»»
Hot weather hits productivity—even in air-conditioned factories
Hot weather reduces workers' productivity—even if their workplace is air conditioned, new research shows......»»
Midwest confronts EV factory bidding wars
Midwestern states fell behind early in the race to secure EV factories. Now they're making an aggressive — and potentially expensive — comeback......»»
Probiotic bacterium kills preterm infant; FDA blasts supplement maker
Genomic sequencing matched baby's fatal sepsis case to bacteria in Evivo with MCT Oil. Enlarge / A premature baby in the neonatal intensive care unit at University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa on Au.....»»