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CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.

Ocean ecosystem: Mixotrophic microorganisms play key role

A team of researchers identified UBA868 as a significant player in the biogeochemical cycle of the deep ocean, regulating energy balance and fixing carbon dioxide. This finding challenges previous assumptions about the role of microorganisms in the marine ecosystem.

Marine phytoplankton gets by with a little help from its bacteria friends

A study found that Synechococcus and heterotrophic bacteria have an inherent tendency toward mutualism, which can be re-established after environmental interference. The researchers discovered that the bacteria facilitated nitrogen fixation, converting nitrogen for use in buoying the phytoplankton.

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Picky bacteria: Specialist consumers of tough algal sugars

The Verrucomicrobiota group of bacteria plays a crucial role in degrading polysaccharides released by algae during spring blooms in the North Sea. These specialized bacteria consume hard-to-degrade sugars, including those containing sulfate and fucose, using unique pathways and organelle-like structures to avoid toxic compounds.

Red Sea plankton communities ebb and flow with the seasons

Researchers at KAUST studied Red Sea plankton communities, revealing seasonal fluctuations driven by top-down controls like viruses and heterotrophic nanoflagellates. The study provides insight into tropical marine ecosystems, shedding light on the impact of climate change on these vital regions.

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.

Laboratory-evolved bacteria switch to consuming CO2 for growth

Researchers created Escherichia coli strains that convert CO2 into biomass, overcoming a major challenge in sustainable production of food and fuels. The study demonstrates the feasibility of transforming a heterotrophic organism into an autotroph using metabolic rewiring and adaptive laboratory evolution.

Bacteria collaborate to propel the ocean 'engine'

Researchers at the University of Warwick discovered that phototrophic and heterotrophic bacteria collaborate to cycle nutrients, feeding the ecosystem. This interaction is crucial for maintaining a balanced nutrient level, supporting half of the planet's primary production and oxygen supply.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

A changing climate affects plankton populations

Researchers from KAUST have developed a model predicting how climate change impacts plankton populations. Temperature, nutrient availability, and mortality rates influence the numbers of heterotrophic planktonic prokaryotes.

Bacteria may supercharge the future of wastewater treatment

Researchers have identified a community of bacteria in wastewater treatment plants that breaks down toxic substances and produces valuable resources. These 'anammox bacteria' can save energy by removing oxygen from the process, making wastewater treatment more efficient and sustainable.

Researchers create self-sustaining bacteria-fueled power cell

Binghamton University researchers developed a micro-scale self-sustaining bacterial fuel cell that generated power for 13 straight days through symbiotic interactions of two types of bacteria. The cell produced an electrical current about 70 times greater than phototrophic bacteria alone.

GoPro HERO13 Black

GoPro HERO13 Black records stabilized 5.3K video for instrument deployments, field notes, and outreach, even in harsh weather and underwater conditions.

Feast clue to smell of ancient earth

Fossils from 1,900 million-year-old rocks in Lake Superior's Gunflint chert provide evidence of ancient heterotrophy. The team discovered microbes consumed other bacteria, producing a 'rotten egg' whiff similar to modern bacterial activity.

Electronic faucets unsafe for use in high-risk patient hospital settings

A study by researchers at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine found that electronic faucets carry high levels of bacteria, including Legionella spp., compared to traditional manually operated faucets. The findings led to the decision to replace electronic faucets with manual ones in clinical areas.

Study finds high level of bacteria in bottled water in Canada

A Montreal study reveals that more than 70 percent of bottled water samples contain heterotrophic bacteria counts above the recommended limits set by the United States Pharmacopeia. High microbial counts were found in several famous brands, with some exceeding 100 times the permitted limit.

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer rapidly prototypes brackets, adapters, and fixtures for instruments and classroom demonstrations at large build volume.

Biosolids microbes pose manageable risk to workers

A new study published in the Journal of Environmental Quality examines the health hazards of treated sewage sludge application to land. The risks of aerosol-borne infection for biosolids workers are generally low, at less than 1 or 2% per year.

Bacterial response to oxidation studied as toxin barometer

Researchers develop a bacterial biosensor prototype to detect oxidative stress, which can cause brain tissue damage. The sensor uses potassium release in response to toxins, correlating with cell damage, offering a potential early warning system for public health threats.