Africa's ecosystems are running on less than two-thirds of the natural energy they once had, according to new Oxford-led research published today in Nature. The study reveals a dramatic loss of wildlife "power" across the ...
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Microbes include bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae and archaea (single-celled microorganisms with a bacteria-like structure). They are invisible to the human eye, but they play a huge role, shaping ecosystems, producing food ...
Cell & Microbiology
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Many soil microbes play a vital role in ecosystems, as they help plants access nutrients and water and assist in stress tolerance, such as during drought, and to defend against pathogens.
Ecology
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An international study led by the University of Liège proposes a new map of the potential for natural vegetation on Earth, far beyond forests. By incorporating the role of fire and herbivores, researchers are paving the way ...
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Wildfires profoundly influence the unseen microbial world within our waters, directly impacting water quality and ecosystem health, according to a study presented at ASM Microbe 2025.
Ecology
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