Bacteria come in a variety of shapes and sizes, implying that diverse mechanisms exist to coordinate cell growth and division. Our knowledge about the mechanisms controlling growth and division of ...

Staphylococcus aureus bacteria are pathogens to both man and other mammals. They are gram positive bacteria that are small round in shape (cocci) and occur as clusters appearing like a bunch of grapes ...

It's no coincidence that the earthworm's slender shape makes it perfect for weaving through narrow tunnels. Evolution molds the shapes of living creatures according to the benefits they offer. At the ...

Interest in the immunomodulatory potential of antibacterial agents date back to the 1980s, when research was focused on the need for stimulating host defense, particularly in immunocompromised ...

Canadian scientists say they have found a way to direct special bacteria to carry chemotherapy drugs straight into the most active part of a cancerous tumour. That could lead to more effective cancer ...