Bacteria form one of the three domains of life; the others are archaea and eukaryotes. Bacterial species and their habitats exhibit great diversity. A low-carbohydrate diet or host mismatch-repair ...

Biology might ultimately provide a solution, however. Researchers have identified bacteria that evolved the ability to digest ...

Bacteria steal DNA from silent viruses and use it like a memory bank. That memory helps them protect future generations.

E. coli and A. baylyi form intricate flower-like patterns when grown together over a 24-hr. period. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to ...

This factsheet on meningitis helps nurses distinguish between viral and bacterial forms, including risks and complications, and when urgent action is needed. It is part of a collection on childhood ...