Researchers at Duke are studying the microbiome of the sink. In other words, they want to know what’s living down there. Turns out, it’s a lot. Microbes thrive around the drain, under the flap and in ...

People are very aware of the germs that lurk in public places like grocery stores and airports. But less thought goes to the potentially harmful microbes in private spaces like your bedroom. “We ...

You can’t avoid all germs and most won’t make you sick. But a few good habits could still protect us from serious illness, ...

Always wash your hands after using shared items. Bacteria are everywhere, including on the items you use every day. You can’t avoid all germs, and most won’t make you sick.

Always wash your hands after using shared items. Bacteria are everywhere, including on the items you use every day. You can't avoid all germs, and most won't make you sick.

As a microbiologist, I study microbes — small creatures with big effects. Microbes are everywhere: in the air, in the earth, in the water, in our bodies.

Microbes are everywhere—they're the invisible master chemists behind Earth's geochemical cycles, from breaking down rock and organic matter to influencing carbon flow and climate. In this course, ...