The human body comprises about 30 trillion to 40 trillion cells, but your intestines contain about 100 trillion gut bacteria.

Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have the nickname 'forever chemicals' thanks to their persistence in the ...

An experiment in lab mice found that certain human gut bacteria can absorb PFAS, commonly called "forever chemicals," until ...

Using E. coli and plastic waste to produce a common pain medication, researchers say their findings could pave the way for ...

Some have strict rules, others say to live in moderation, but always wear sunscreen. Seriously. Slather it on, even if you ...

At ETH Zurich, scientists from many different fields are working on something that seems straight out of science fiction.

In the frozen reaches of the planet—glaciers, mountaintops, and icy groundwater—scientists have uncovered strange ...

A vestibule is a small space separating your entryway and house, and it's an outdated design trend that deserves a major ...

Genetically modified E. coli converted broken-down plastic bottles into acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol and ...

I'm on the hunt for a microbial saviour – a type of virus that can treat infections rather than cause them. We all know the ...

Researchers have developed a new, loofah-like material that is fine enough to filter out viruses and bacteria from water, but strong enough to be used as a rigid construction material in devices.