The record shows ancient temperature variations coinciding with shifts in the planet’s biodiversity.

“Organs-on-a-chip” system sheds light on how bacteria in the human digestive tract may influence neurological diseases.

A new study that sheds light on how microbes in sourdough starters influence both aroma and how the dough rises may surprise sourdough enthusiasts.

Using this computational system, researchers can identify viral protein sequences that could make better vaccine targets.

A large-scale international study uses metagenomics and blood analysis to uncover gut microbes associated with the risks for common illnesses such as diabetes, obesity, and heart disease.

A symbiotic culture of specialized yeast and bacteria can generate tough materials able to perform a variety of functions.

The bacteria scrub out nitrogen, potentially defending against certain nutrient overloads.

A diverse group of researchers is working to turn new discoveries about the trillions of microbes in the body into treatments for a range of diseases.