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🦠Dispelling the 10:1 Microbe Myth🦠 Forget what you've heard about microbes outnumbering human cells 10 to 1! Recent research from Israel and Canada suggests a more balanced ratio, closer to 1:1. Scientists from the Weizmann Institute of Science and the Hospital for Sick Children calculated that a 'reference man' has roughly 30 trillion human cells and 39 trillion bacteria, challenging the long-held belief. This myth, originating from a 1972 estimate, has persisted for decades. However, modern techniques and a comprehensive review of experimental data led researchers to reassess the numbers. Detailed in a manuscript on bioRxiv, their findings highlight the need to update our understanding of the human microbiome. The implications are intriguing, as each defecation event may shift the balance in favor of human cells. This research underscores the complexity of our microbial inhabitants and the importance of ongoing exploration in this fascinating field. For more details, check out the research summary and accompanying diagram: https://lnkd.in/dvwfqTTq #MicrobeMyth #MicrobialEcology #MicrobialDiversity #GutHealth #Microbiota #ScienceCommunication #HealthResearch #BacterialBalance #BodyMicrobes #MicrobialCommunity #MedicalResearch #CellularDynamics #ScienceMyth #BacteriaFacts #MicrobialAnalysis #Microbiome #HumanHealth #ResearchInsights #MicrobialBalance #ScientificDiscovery #HealthScience #MicrobiologyResearch

📢 Exciting New Research Reveals: Bacteria Have Memory! The latest study conducted at the University of Texas in Austin has shed light on a fascinating discovery - bacteria, despite lacking brains and nervous systems, possess the ability to form a unique kind of memory that significantly impacts their behavior. Published in the esteemed journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, this breakthrough research unveils the implications for fighting microorganisms and combating antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Researchers focused their attention on E. coli bacteria and discovered that the key determinant of their behavior is the level of iron present in their cells. Iron, being one of the crucial elements on Earth, plays a vital role in cellular processes. Scientists find it particularly intriguing how bacteria utilize this element to store valuable information about their surroundings. To delve deeper into this captivating subject, check out the full blog post here: [link](https://ift.tt/XGLMCaI). Gain new insights into the world of bacteria and the potential it holds in the fight against harmful microbes. #Microbiology #BacterialMemory #ResearchUpdate #AntibioticResistance The post Bakterie mają pamięć! I co istotne - przechowują ją zaskakująco długo! appeared first on AntyWeb.

🌱🌡️ New research by IGZ junior group leader Dr Justyna Olas-Apelt and renowned colleagues: Transcription factor HSFA7b controls thermomemory at the shoot apical meristem in Arabidopsis The research published in Plant Communications reveals the pivotal role of the transcription factor HSFA7b in regulating heat stress memory at the shoot apical meristem (SAM) in Arabidopsis. It shows that HSFA7b directly controls the expression of ethylene biosynthesis and key signaling genes, controlling controlling the ethylene response and ensuring that ethylene homeostasis is maintained at the SAM during heat stress the ethylene response at the SAM during heat stress. These findings provide valuable insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying plant responses to heat stress following an initial priming event and have profound implications for improving crop resilience to fluctuating temperatures. Read more here (#OpenAccess): https://lnkd.in/gMG_T5uP #Thermomemory #PlantScience Dr. Sheeba John Federico Apelt Ivan F. Acosta Maria Grazia Annunziata Caroline Gutjahr Bernd Müller-Röber

Exploring the Adaptive Marvels of C. gigas with Resipher Dive into the fascinating world of C. gigas! Researchers at The University of Western Brittany, Rafael Trevisan, and Danielle Mello, used Resipher to unveil the incredible redox behavior of oysters. Studying the organism's response to periodic hypoxia/reoxygenation, they discovered a remarkable 32% increase in oxygen consumption at 5 kPa O2 compared to 21 kPa O2. This sheds light on the metabolic flexibility of C. gigas, showcasing its ability to swiftly switch between aerobic and anaerobic metabolism during low tide exposure. Crucially, Resipher played a pivotal role in this research, enabling precise measurements of undisturbed mitochondrial respiration. These findings underscore the importance of accurately regulating oxygen levels in in vitro invertebrate cell models to simulate natural microenvironments. https://lnkd.in/ecDw2iyZ Let's unlock a comprehensive understanding of in vivo physiological responses and redox mechanisms in the face of environmental changes! #OysterResearch #RedoxBehavior #AdaptationScience

🩸 A Sweet Discovery in Hemophilia Research! 🚀 Scientists have uncovered the potential of platelets with removed sugar molecules to aid in hemophilia treatment. Dive into the depths of this groundbreaking study and explore how something as minute as a sugar molecule can pave the way for innovative treatments! 🧪🔬 https://lnkd.in/gnKHQ8Gi #HemophiliaResearch #InnovationInScience