When subjected to physical pressure, archaea - ancient single-celled organisms - form multicellular structures.

Tiny magnetic bacteria that live in tightly bound groups are showing scientists how life might have evolved complex, multicellular forms. These rare bacteria can’t survive alone – they depend on one ...

Until now, it’s been very hard for scientists to establish a detailed timeline of the early evolution of bacteria.

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Contamination is one of the main roadblocks to successful cell culture. This article explores the different types of ...

New research shows sperm generate corkscrew-like fluid vortices that spin in sync with their tails, providing an unexpected ...

The biological research of UC Santa Cruz's Needhi Bhalla to determine the molecular motions at the heart of heredity has yielded a new discovery: The proper transfer of genetic materials depends on ...

Uncovering the secrets behind their immortality could provide valuable insights into aging in mammals, including humans. As ...