At universities and startups around the globe, researchers are searching for microbes that could be used as food.

“If bacteria survive in a harsh, polluted environment, it’s probably because they have adapted to use surrounding chemical ...

And ideally, any new product should look, feel, and taste as good as the food it replaces — and be able to overcome any skepticism from consumers uncertain about using bacteria in their kitchen.

Dr. Le also advised against consuming raw milk, which is milk that has not been pasteurized to kill harmful bacteria. According to the FDA, raw milk can harbor dangerous pathogens, posing a ...

A study led by Hiroshi Ohno at the RIKEN Center for Integrative Medical Sciences (IMS) recently showed that certain gut ...

A new study from the RIKEN Center for Integrative Medical Sciences (IMS) shows that certain gut bacteria found in one-month-old infants are associated with future development of food sensitivities and ...

As the most abundant living entities on our planet, microorganisms are fundamental to every aspect of life on Earth. Whether bacterial, viral, archaeal or eukaryotic in nature, microorganisms ...