Tag: chemotaxis
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Active mechanical forces drive how bacteria switch swimming direction
Overview: A new angle on an age-old question Bacteria have long fascinated scientists for their remarkable ability to navigate complex environments. A recent study has shed light on a foundational mystery: how active mechanical forces influence the way swimming bacteria switch direction. By focusing on the physical interactions between a bacterium’s rotating flagella and its…
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Ascophyllum nodosum biostimulant reshapes corn rhizosphere
Introduction: meeting rising food demand with smarter biostimulants Global food demand is climbing as the world’s population is projected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050. To keep pace, researchers are turning to environmentally friendlier options beyond conventional inorganic fertilizers. Among these, Ascophyllum nodosum-based biostimulants (ANE) are gaining attention for their potential to enhance nutrient uptake,…