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A microbiologist blends science and art to bring biofilms to life. His work, showcased in museums and books, captivates scientists and curious minds alike.

Our second annual writing contest provides life scientists with a platform to try their hands at science journalism, tell their science stories, develop their communication skills, and publish their work.

New research describes the early steps of colorectal tumor formation and lays a foundation for improving diagnosis and treatment of aggressive cancers.

As the world grapples with antimicrobial-resistant bacteria, another insidious threat looms large: drug-resistant fungi.

The liver breaks down dietary fructose into lipids that are used by cancer cells to boost their growth in mice.

On the battleground of the human body, microbes use every skill to mask, infiltrate, manipulate, and evade the immune radar.

In a century, Wolbachia has gone from a master reproductive manipulator to a partner in the fight against pathogens, exemplifying how a microbe can shape hosts and diseases.

New artificial intelligence tools help scientists fight back against a rising tide of research misconduct, but is it enough?

The discovery of an inducible switch in Escherichia coli that controlled lactose metabolism offered the first clues into gene expression.

Synthetic biologists make artificial cells, but the creation of mirror bacteria isn't worth the risk.

Big omics datasets can be overwhelming for researchers with limited programming skills, but texting with a new AI chatbot could help them wade through their results.

Researchers mimic the antianxiety effects of psychedelics by identifying and activating specific brain regions in an important step towards developing therapeutics that do not cause hallucinations.