MIT physicists develop a predictive formula, based on bacterial communities, that may also apply to other types of ecosystems, including the human GI tract.

New findings illuminate how Prochlorococcus’ nightly “cross-feeding” plays a role in regulating the ocean’s capacity to cycle and store carbon.

A new study of the microbiome finds intestinal bacterial interact much less often with viruses that trigger immunity updates than bacteria in the lab.

Bacteria that are mirror images of existing ones could evade our immune systems, causing serious illness.

A new study increases our knowledge about the gut and the life of gut bacteria. It may also explain why we react differently to the same food.

Certain strains of E. coli tucked in a gel can crowd out the microbes that cause urinary tract infections.

Researchers hope to develop new drugs for gastrointestinal disorders by fermenting feces.

New research examines how certain strains of bacteria influence the smell and flavor of sourdough bread.

A newly characterized anti-viral defense system in bacteria aborts infection through a novel mechanism by chemically altering mRNA.

By analyzing the resistance genes and proteins of E. coli, researchers can optimize treatments to address both current and future antimicrobial resistance.