Scientists at the Savannah River National Lab have discovered a genetically modified bacterium is able to convert uranium and chromium from dangerous metal into…

A healthy reef has equal numbers of microbes that produce food and eat the food produced. When humans enter the picture, that balance is thrown off and the reef…

A reverse zoonosis? It's commonly believed that humans can catch an illness from their pets, but a new study shows that we can make our pets sick too.

When planning a conservation effort, it's important to factor in the reaction of the microbes.

The kitchen sponge may help keep the sink and dishes clean, but it can also multi-task as a breeding ground for bacteria.

Oklahoma scientists find out that food handled by gloved hands is not necessarily safer than food handled by bare hands.

A virus that infects E. coli might someday eliminate this source of food-poisoning.

Fall, with its abundant supply of autumn leaves, offers a great opportunity for microbes to turn yard waste into compost for spring gardens.