Tag: Microbes

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Rise of Whooping Cough, Evolution of Microbes, and Solar Maximum Confirmation

Happy Monday, everyone! I'm Rachel Feltman, and this is your weekly science news update from Scientific American's Science Quickly. Let's dive into some interesting discoveries and developments in the world of science.First off, the...
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Harnessing Microbes to Degrade Persistent Chemicals: A Promising Solution

A group of bacteria has shown promise in breaking down the tough carbon-fluorine bonds found in "forever chemicals," known as perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs). These chemicals are commonly found in everyday items like...