Microbiology

2 articles

Advanced AI and robotics system analyzing holographic bacterial DNA strands in a high-tech laboratory setting, representing a breakthrough in gene mapping.

New Platform Accelerates Bacterial Gene Mapping with AI

Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have revived a 1970s bacterial cell fusion technique, combining it with artificial intelligence and robotics to map bacterial genes ten times faster than ma

Maria Flores·August 7, 2026

Microscopic view of ancient microbial colonies glowing faintly on the preserved skin of Ötzi the Iceman, highlighting the discovery of revived life.

Cosmos & Physics

Ancient microbes found growing on Ötzi the Iceman's 5,300-year-old body

Imagine baking a loaf of sourdough bread with yeast that last fermented 5,300 years ago, harvested directly from the gut of Ötzi the Iceman.

Dr. Evelyn Reed·June 7, 2026