Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Probiotics are live microorganisms (small life forms), such as bacteria and yeast.

From insignificant individual cells to a rich community full of cooperation. That is how our understanding of the world of ...

Communities of microorganisms at the bottom of polar lakes evolved independently from other regions, influenced by the particular geological, biological, and climate history of their regions. The ...

As people flock to communal pools, water parks, beaches and lakes to find relief from the summer heat, some may be unaware of the microscopic hazards lurking in these waters. An expert with Baylor ...

Scientists hope to understand if there should be a recommended daily intake of healthy microbes 20% of children, 26% of adults consume foods with high levels of microorganisms Foods good for gut ...

Financial support for this project has been provided by the Department of Chemistry at Clemson University and by CAPES (Brazil). George Chumanov does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive ...

The intricate roles of soil microorganisms in ecological processes such as organic matter decomposition, nutrient cycling, ...

A new study shows that the ability of microorganisms to adapt to climate warming will slow down global warming by storing carbon in soil. A new study from Lund University in Sweden shows that the ...