microbes

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"These findings are exciting and there is much more potential to expand our knowledge on the diversity and distribution of these unique microbes," he added.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

Carbon enrichment is often associated with biological activity and provided an important clue that microbes were involved.

From Science Daily • Jun. 26, 2026

The microbes can cause a constellation of symptoms in humans, from vomiting and diarrhea to sepsis, kidney failure and even death.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

Non-antioxidant preservatives are used to prevent the growth of microbes such as mold and bacteria.

From Science Daily • Jun. 18, 2026

Writing marched together with weapons, microbes, and centralized political organization as a modern agent of conquest.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond