Microplastics Alter Gut Bacteria Linked to Cancer and Depression in Humans A new study has found that microplastics, the ubiquitous plastic particles smaller than 5mm, can have a significant impact on human health by altering gut bacteria. This groundbreaking discovery sheds light on a previously overlooked consequence of plastic pollution and its potential links to […]
‘Doomsday vault’ in Switzerland stores human poop to protect microbes for 100 years
The ‘Doomsday Vault’ in Switzerland: Safeguarding Microbes for the Future A team of scientists in Switzerland is collecting and deep-freezing human poop in what they call a “Doomsday Vault” to protect essential microbes for the next 100 years. This groundbreaking initiative aims to secure the diversity of gut bacteria that are crucial for human health […]
Fossil gut reveals 101-million-year-old dinosaur gulped plants and let bacteria digest them
Exploring the Ancient Diets of Dinosaurs: New Insights from Fossilized Guts Long-necked sauropods were widely believed to be plant-eaters. But direct proof has been incredibly hard to come by – until now. A recent discovery has shed light on the dietary habits of these colossal creatures, providing a fascinating glimpse into the world of dinosaurs. […]