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Methane-eating 'borgs' have been assimilating earth's microbes: Study
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington [US], October 20 (ANI): In Star Trek, the Borg are a ruthless, hive-minded collective that assimilate other beings with the intent of taking over the galaxy. Here on the nonfictional planet Earth, 'Borgs' are DNA packages that could help humans fight climate change.
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Certain types of dietary fibre cause inflammatory response in some patient
Updated : 3 years, 5 months ago IST
Alberta [Canada], October 14 (ANI): A recent study has revealed the role of dietary fiber and gut microbes in people with inflammatory bowel disease, a finding which could lead to personalized dietary guidelines.
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Study finds microbes that cause cavities can form superorganisms
Updated : 3 years, 5 months ago IST
Washington [US], October 7 (ANI): A cross-kingdom partnership between bacteria and fungi can result in the two joining to form a "superorganism" with unusual strength and resilience.
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Study finds gut microbes consume plant sugars as food
Updated : 3 years, 5 months ago IST
Birmingham [UK], September 25 (ANI): The bacteria in our stomach are fed by a carbohydrate that is frequently found bound to plant proteins, according to researchers.
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Microbes in gut consume plant sugars as food
Updated : 3 years, 5 months ago IST
Birmingham [UK], September 22 (ANI): According to new research, the bacteria in our stomach are fed by a carbohydrate that is frequently found bound to plant proteins.
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Soil microbiota can boost growth of invasive plant species, provide defenc
Updated : 3 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington [US], September 12 (ANI): Soil microbes can have a great impact on the spread of harmful invasive species as they can either hinder or facilitate the plant's growth. Researchers studied the role of soil microbiota in the success of garden lupine, which is an invasive species in Fi
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Infant antibiotic use may negatively affect adult gut health
Updated : 3 years, 6 months ago IST
London [UK], September 9 (ANI): Antibiotics are frequently administered to preterm and low birth weight infants in order to prevent infections, not simply treat them as they have a higher risk of developing them. A recent study discovered that neonatal mice exposed to antibiotics early in li
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Gut microbes can lead to scarring, vessel damage in scleroderma: Study
Updated : 3 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington [US], August 27 (ANI): A substance produced by gut microbes may cause scarring and blood vessel damage in scleroderma patients, according to a recent study
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Study finds how gut microbes can lead to scarring, vessel damage in sclero
Updated : 3 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington [US], August 24 (ANI): A substance produced by gut microbes may cause scarring and blood vessel damage in scleroderma patients, according to a recent study
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Study: Low-calorie sweeteners can also enhance gut health
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington [US], August 7 (ANI): A low-calorie mixture that is as sweet as table sugar and, in lab experiments, feeds "good" gut microbes has been discovered, according to a recent study.
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Zeco Aircon to create a cross-infection safe space at ITC Hotel Properties
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], August 6 (ANI/NewsVoir): O2 Cure, a renowned air purification solution provider under Zeco Aircon Limited, extended its support to ITC Hotels Group in providing a safe environment for its clients amidst and post-pandemic, by making its properties immune to airborne cross-i
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Low-calorie sweetener can also improve gut health: Study
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington [US], August 4 (ANI): A new study has revealed that a low-calorie mixture that is as sweet as table sugar and, in lab experiments, feeds 'good' gut microbes.
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