An engaging book about the viruses that prey on bacteria, packed with inspirational stories of eccentric scientists, medical miracles and interwoven with how science and history affect each other © Copyright by GrrlScientist | hosted by Forbes | LinkTr.ee Transmission electron micrograph of multiple bacteriophages attached to a bacterial cell wall; the … [+] magnification …
Marine bacteria found in hot springs may hold the key to understanding the origins of mitochondria. These bacteria, which are closely related to ancient bacteria that existed over a billion years ago, could provide vital insights into the development of eukaryotic cells. Life on Earth began with independent microscopic cells billions of years ago. Then, …
The widespread misuse of antibiotics has resulted in the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, leading to a global health crisis. Antibiotics, once considered miraculous drugs, have lost their stature due to the rampant abuse by individuals. This abuse has spurred the development of bacterial antibiotic resistance, a burgeoning global health emergency responsible for causing at least …