Microbiology

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An Asgard archaeon using nanotubes to connect with and exchange substances with a bacterium, illustrating the origins of complex life.

New research shows ancient microbes' role in complex life

For the first time, scientists have visually captured an ancient Asgard archaeon physically interacting with a bacterium through delicate nanotubes.

David Grossman·September 4, 2026

Microscopic view of diverse microbial life within the human body, illustrating the concept of the human microbiome as a complex ecosystem.

What Is the Human Microbiome and Why Does It Matter for Health?

Inside every healthy human, microbial cells outnumber human cells by a ratio of ten to one.

Marcus Cole·May 13, 2026