Microbes can form ‘superorganisms’ that take over teeth
Bacteria and fungi can join forces to form “superorganisms” that sprout “limbs” to walk and leap across teeth, researchers have discovered.
This ‘trick’ helped mucus evolve to defend against disease
Slime-coating slugs and the saliva in our mouths are two types of bodily fluids that contain mucus. A new study explores how this marvel of biology evolved.
Spit bacteria differs in college students with suicidal thoughts
College students who reported recent thoughts of suicide have different bacteria in their saliva than those who didn’t, a new study shows.
Discovery could lead to treatments for tummy woes in kids with autism
Specific RNA biomarkers linked with gastrointestinal issues in children with autism could one day lead to personalized treatments to ease their pain.
Discovery could lead to treatments for tummy woes in kids with autism
Specific RNA biomarkers linked with gastrointestinal issues in children with autism could one day lead to personalized treatments to ease their pain.
At-home COVID-19 spit tests capture oral microbiome snapshot
COVID-19 spit tests that contain the right preservative can also help the study of microscopic organisms in the mouth. That could lead to new treatments.