Laboratory Researchers Uncover Amazonian Fungus That Can ‘Eat’ Plastic
Laboratory researchers have discovered that the Amazonian fungus Pestalotiopsis microspora can "eat" polyurethane plastic! Learn about this unique biodegradation mechanism!
Category Microbiology
Probiotic Fermentation for Beauty? Discover Exopolysaccharides and Their Benefits for the Skin
A cosmetic revolution! Understand the role of probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics in skincare. Discover EPS that fight aging and strengthen the skin barrier!
Recognizing Group A β-Hemolytic Streptococcus Bacteria That Cause Strep Throat: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Test your oral health products! Learn about Strep Throat (GABHS), the importance of accurate diagnosis, and why your antiseptic products must pass microbiological testing!
Small but Mighty: Gut Microbes Fighting Toxins in the Body
Gut microbes fight toxins! Learn about two ways the microbiome modulates toxicity (chemical transformation and absorption) and five key enzyme groups!
The Latiao Contamination Case: Food Safety Challenges in Indonesia
The facts behind the bacterial Latiao case! Understand the dangers of food contamination by microbes (Salmonella, B. cereus) and the role of GMP & HACCP in food safety.
Halal Food: Strategic Significance, Authentication Needs, and Modern Verification Technologies
Uncover the secrets of halal testing! Understand the importance of authentication, the types of vulnerable foods (gelatin, meat), and modern verification technologies (PCR, GC-MS).
The Secret Language of Bacteria: Unveiling Microorganism Communication Mechanisms
It turns out bacteria talk to each other! Understand the mechanisms of quorum sensing (chemical signals), the evolution of physical signals (electricity and light), and how they interact.
Alcohol vs. Non-Alcohol Hand Sanitizer: Which Hand Sanitizer Should You Choose?
Alcohol vs. non-alcohol hand sanitizer: Understand the differences, effectiveness, and mechanism of action of antiseptics to choose the most effective hand sanitizer against microbes.
Don’t Be Afraid ! Bacteria can Also Be a Friend To Your Food Products
Bacteria aren't always bad. Learn about the beneficial roles of bacteria in health (probiotics), the environment (bioremediation), and the food industry (fermentation).
Fungus-Based Products? Here’s the Commercial Future of Mycelium!
Products from mushrooms! Learn about mycelium as an environmentally friendly alternative material for textiles, packaging, and building materials, and its fermentation process.
Why Don’t Cosmetics Spoil Easily? Understanding the Function and Side Effects of Preservatives
Why do cosmetics need preservatives? Learn about the role of antimicrobials in maintaining product stability, safety criteria, and side effects on the skin.
What Are Microbiota and Microbiome?
Learn about microbiota and microbiome, two important components of the human body that influence digestion, immunity, and mental health.
Flawless Disease Detection with Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Molecular Diagnostics!
More accurate disease detection! Understand the role of Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) in molecular diagnostics, how it works, 5 key techniques, and its applications in medicine and forensics.
Microbe-Free Clothing Through Washing and Drying
Clothes not completely clean? Understand the role of Mycobacterium osloensis bacteria that causes musty odors, as well as effective ways to eliminate microbes using temperature, detergent, and drying.
2 Powerful Nanoparticle Manufacturing Methods That Are Changing the World of Cosmetics
Nanotechnology is transforming cosmetics! Learn how nanoparticles enhance the penetration of active substances, types of nanosystems, and the importance of testing nanotechnology products.
Extremophile Microbes, The Secret Weapon for Plastic Waste Management
Tackling plastic waste with extremophilic microbes! This article explores the characteristics of plastic, the role of decomposing bacteria, and the prospects of biocatalysis for the environment.
The Shocking Secrets Behind Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs
A superbug is a term used to describe bacteria, viruses, or fungi that have developed resistance to multiple antibiotics. These microbes can cause infections that are difficult or even impossible to treat with existing medications. The spread of superbugs can…
What is SCOBY in Kombucha and How is it Made? Complete Discussion Here!
Explore the history & fermentation process of kombucha! Understand the role of SCOBY, microbes (yeast, acetic/lactic acid bacteria), & pH factors in quality, flavor, & benefits.
Antimicrobial Efficacy Test on Mouthwash Products
How does mouthwash work? Learn about antimicrobial efficacy and inhibition zone tests to ensure the product is able to kill oral bacteria. Read here!
Microorganism in Cocoa Fermentation Is a Key for Chocolate Flavour and Aromatic Production
Uncover the secrets of Indonesian cocoa quality! Starting from production, fermentation and the role of microorganisms in cocoa products, see here for more!