Research Articles
The Invisible World in Your Soy Sauce: Meet the Microbial Architects of a Timeless Condiment
Explore the fascinating microbial ecosystem that transforms simple ingredients into traditional Chinese soy sauce through a 2,500-year fermentation process.
The Invisible Artisans: Mapping the Microbial Masterpieces on Paintings and Sculptures
Discover how scientists are characterizing microbial signatures on artworks to preserve cultural heritage and unlock historical secrets.
Shining a Light on the Gut's Dark Matter: How Scientists Are Revealing Our Hidden Microbial Universe
Explore how targeted genome reconstruction is illuminating the microbial dark matter of mammalian gut microbiota, revealing new species and their implications for health and disease.