Browsing: Bacteria

Flushing releases numerous invisible particles into the air around the toilet. Some of these tiny droplets may be contaminated with pathogens.

Researchers’ new cellulose material could help transition the toxic fashion industry into a greener future.

From chewing gum to cherry blossoms, learn how different cultures approach cheese-making.

Everything you’ve touched is now on your face. Think about it.

PopSci asked the hard questions and got answers. But you’re not going to like them.

The perfect loaf starts with some bacterial friends.

We still don’t really know if our gut bacteria are making us fat

Fasting eases bacterial, but not viral, illnesses in mice

Eight top stories from 2015

Changing the desert landscape into a microbial oasis