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Scientists genetically engineer a bacteria found in the skin microbiome to produce a protein that regulates sebum production and may treat acne.

State health officials have told residents in Mississippi’s capital to boil their tap water after traces of E

Underwater surfaces can get grimy as they accumulate dirt, algae and bacteria, a process scientists call “fouling.” But furry mammals like beavers and otters that spend most of their lives wet manage to avoid getting their fur slimy. These anti-fouling abilities come, in part, from one of fur’s unique properties…

By cleaning your bird bath you can stop harmful bacteria spreading to birds and humans