bacterium
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The most widespread pathogen was the bacterium Salmonella enterica, which appeared in 63% of the snakes.
From Science Daily • May 26, 2026
Their findings offer a clearer explanation of how this bacterium may influence depression.
From Science Daily • Apr. 25, 2026
One bacterium in particular, Morganella morganii, has been linked in several studies to major depressive disorder.
From Science Daily • Apr. 25, 2026
Earlier research in the series focused mainly on Yersinia pestis, the bacterium responsible for plague.
From Science Daily • Apr. 23, 2026
This bacterium actually kills by poisoning rather than by disease.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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