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Yeast Cells Reconfigure Their Metabolomes to Live Longer

Danielle Gerhard, PhD | | 2 min read

Pseudomonas Aeruginosa

Cooperation and Cheating

Mariella Bodemeier Loayza Careaga, PhD | | 6 min read

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Infographic: Curbing the Cheaters

Mariella Bodemeier Loayza Careaga, PhD | | 1 min read

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Gut Bacteria Help T Cells Heal Muscle: Study

Natalia Mesa, PhD | | 4 min read

A cluster of spiral-shaped Treponema pallidum bacteria, the causative agent of syphilis.

Science Falls Behind as Syphilis Stages Another Comeback

Bhargavi DuvvuriandUndark | | 6 min read

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Microbial Ecologist Alma Dal Co Dies in Diving Accident

Katherine Irving | | 3 min read

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Ethanol-Making Microbe Tied to Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Natalia Mesa, PhD | | 4 min read

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Infographic: Evolutionary Leaps Leading to Modern Eukaryotes

Amanda Heidt | | 2 min read

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Symbiotic Organs: Extreme Intimacy with the Microbial World

Catherine Offord | | 10+ min read

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Infographic: Symbiotic Organs Bring Hosts and Microbes Closer

Catherine Offord | | 2 min read

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In Search of the Best Milk Recipe for Preemies’ Gut Bacteria

Alejandra Manjarrez, PhD | | 5 min read

A jar full of artificial sweetener packets.

Artificial Sweeteners Alter Gut Bacteria in Humans

Shafaq Zia | | 4 min read

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From microglia reprogramming to immune cell-based diagnostics, 2025 was a big year for breakthroughs in cell biology.

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Universe 25 Experiment

A series of rodent experiments showed that even with abundant food and water, personal space is essential to prevent societal collapse, but Universe 25's relevance to humans remains disputed.

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Why Do Dogs Love Peanut Butter?

The reason dogs beg, sit, stay, and shake for peanut butter could be both evolutionarily wired and learned behavior.

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The Gollum Effect: 44 Percent of Scientists Report Territorial Research Experiences

Survey data showed that hoarding research topics and resources, termed the Gollum effect, has a lasting impact on trainees and perpetuates a toxic research culture.

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Driving Innovation with Cell Culture Essentials

Explore the latest in cell culture supplies, from tried and tested classics to cutting-edge innovative products.

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December 2025, Issue 1

Wooden Neurons: An Artistic Vision of the Brain

A neurobiologist, who loves the morphology of cells, turns these shapes into works of art made from wood.

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Human iPSC-derived Models for Neurodegenerative Disease Research

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Exploring the Inflammatory Tumor Microenvironment

Within the tumor microenvironment, networks of cells and molecular signals form a dynamic landscape that drives disease progression.

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