microbes
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The US space agency announced last year that its Perseverance rover had found potential biosignatures, markings on rocks possibly made by ancient microbes.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
Researchers also observed higher levels of 'Firmicutes' bacteria, a broad group of microbes that has previously been associated with positive emotions in females.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 28, 2026
Bacteria inside the body depend on iron, but lactoferrin binds tightly to the element, making it much harder for microbes to access.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 28, 2026
"Coffee is more than just caffeine -- it's a complex dietary factor that interacts with our gut microbes, our metabolism, and even our emotional well-being," said Professor Cryan.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 28, 2026
After all, microbes are as much a product of natural selection as we are.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
