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Earth Microbes Discovered in Asteroid Ryugu Sample, Raises Contamination Concerns
A study has confirmed that terrestrial microbes colonised a Ryugu asteroid sample after its return to Earth in 2020. The micro-organisms were found to proliferate upon exposure to Earth's atmosphere, raising concerns over contamination risks in planetary exploration. Published in Meteoritics & Planetary Science, the findings underline the need for ...
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Man Undergoes Surgery After Flesh-Eating Disease From Tooth Infection Leaves His Eye Full Of Pus
The life-threatening infection was eating away his face, the doctors got to know. During the surgery, they discovered the tissue around his face is full of micro-organisms and bugs.
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'Polar Micro-Organisms May Provide Clues to Cancer Treatment'
Micro-organisms that thrive in the harsh environs of the Polar Regions may open up new avenues for cancer treatment, a scientist said on Tuesday.
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Scientists to Hunt for Life on Moons of Jupiter and Saturn
It is hoped that micro-organisms or even fish-like creatures may be present in deep-water hydrothermal vents.
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Earth Microbes Discovered in Asteroid Ryugu Sample, Raises Contamination Concerns
A study has confirmed that terrestrial microbes colonised a Ryugu asteroid sample after its return to Earth in 2020. The micro-organisms were found to proliferate upon exposure to Earth's atmosphere, raising concerns over contamination risks in planetary exploration. Published in Meteoritics & Planetary Science, the findings underline the need for ...
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Man Undergoes Surgery After Flesh-Eating Disease From Tooth Infection Leaves His Eye Full Of Pus
The life-threatening infection was eating away his face, the doctors got to know. During the surgery, they discovered the tissue around his face is full of micro-organisms and bugs.
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'Polar Micro-Organisms May Provide Clues to Cancer Treatment'
Micro-organisms that thrive in the harsh environs of the Polar Regions may open up new avenues for cancer treatment, a scientist said on Tuesday.
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Scientists to Hunt for Life on Moons of Jupiter and Saturn
It is hoped that micro-organisms or even fish-like creatures may be present in deep-water hydrothermal vents.
