Tag: Bacteria
Space Microbes: New Bacteria Discovered on China’s Tiangong Space Station
In May 2023, the Chinese astronauts discovered a new type of bacteria, named Niallia tiangongensis, inside a cabin of the Tiangong space station. The finding of this bacterium raises important questions about its potential to evolve, survive and grow in extreme conditions of space. The discovery of Niallia tiangongensis plays a vital role as it…
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Is Bacteria Good and Why?
Bacteria are often categorized into good and bad types. Good bacteria, or probiotics, are essential for digestion, helping to break down food and making nutrients more available. They also support the immune system by preventing harmful bacteria. The human body hosts trillions of microbes, most of which are beneficial and contribute to a healthy microbiome…
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Which Bacteria Causes UTI(Urinary Tract Infection)?
Escherichia Coli (commonly known as E.coli) is a major type of bacteria that usually causes urinary tract infections or UTIs. This bacteria is found in our intestines and so our overall urinary tract system is at risk to be infected by this bacteria. Besides E. coli, other bacteria types involved in causing UTIs include: Enterococcus…
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Is cancer caused by a virus or bacteria?
Cancer is a large group of diseases in which some cells in the body grow abnormally and have a potential to spread to other parts of the body. According to the WHO, there are three categories of the external agents that interact with the genetic factors of a person and result in the transformation of…
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