Tag: bacteria
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Targeting PAR2: Innovative Pathways to Relieve Gut Pain
New Insights into a gut pain signaling axis Abdominal pain is a common thread across many digestive disorders, from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Recent research has zeroed in on PAR2, a receptor located on the gut lining and pain-sensing nerves, as a pivotal driver of gut pain. PAR2 becomes activated…
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Bacteria Survive Space Launch and Re-entry: Implications for Mars Missions
Groundbreaking Real-World Test Shows Bacteria Endure Spaceflight Stresses A new Australian-led study has demonstrated that the spores of Bacillus subtilis, a bacterium closely linked to human health, can endure the extreme conditions of a rocket launch and re-entry. The research tested rapid acceleration, short bursts of microgravity, and rapid deceleration, revealing that these hardy spores…
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Real-time Bacteria Identification Device Debuts in Viseu
Overview: a new real-time bacterial detector coming to Portugal A groundbreaking device that can identify bacteria in humans, animals, and the surrounding environment in real time and indicate the most effective antibiotic is set to be unveiled in Viseu this Friday. The technology, developed by ALS as part of the SMARTgNOTICS consortium—a collaboration of Portuguese…
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Why Are We All So Obsessed With Drinking Water and Reusable Bottles?
The rise of the water bottle craze From Stanley quencher mugs to bottles that look like tiny kegs, the wellness marketplace has transformed hydration into a lifestyle. It’s easy to poke fun at the obsession, but the trend taps into something deeper: a cultural shift toward proactive self-care. For many families, a back-to-school wish list…