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Context: Seeds harbour a diversity of microbes, which in some plants aid with germination and establishment. Seeds form a critical part in the lifecycle of plants and a role in many conservation and restoration activities. Aims: Because this is an emerging field in seed biology, we aim to highlight the key research gaps of interest to seed on the basis of restoration and ex situ conservation. Methods: We identify knowledge gaps associated with the seed endophytic microbiome of native Australian plants through undertaking a literature review. Additionally, culturing methods were used to identif...

A new study of people on vacation has found that sunbathing also can disrupt the skin's microbiome, altering the populations of bacteria that live on the skin in ways that could be harmful to health.

A massive blue hole just showed up near Mexico—and new lifeforms may be inside. What will scientists find 900 deep down?

The change in bacterial community preferring glyphosate-resistant bacteria causes a decline in microbial diversity.

The makeup of gut bacteria in those as young as aged 1 may predict future risk for developing type 1 diabetes, which could help identify those at high risk earlier.