Scientists inserted DNA-encoding methylmercury detoxification enzymes into the genome of an abundant human gut bacterium. The engineered bacterium detoxified methylmercury in the gut of mice and ...

What's the currency for all life on Earth? Carbon. Every living thing needs a source of carbon to grow and reproduce. In the ...

Since late February, more than 800 poisoned animals have been reported in just Los Angeles and Orange counties.

California health officials are urging residents to avoid eating shellfish harvested recreationally from the coast due to the ...

Looking to boost your omega-3 intake but can’t stand the taste of fish? You’re not alone—and the good news is, you don’t have ...

Researchers from UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography and UCLA announced the creation of an engineered ...

The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County (DOH-Volusia) cautions the public of the presence of blue-green algae in ...

Frogfish are some of the most colorful creatures under the sea — and some of the most unique, too. They look more like frogs ...

Don't cook or clean dishes with water contaminated by algae blooms. Boiling the water won't eliminate toxins. Eating fillets ...

As temperatures rise and Oregonians prepare for a season of outdoor adventures, state health officials are issuing an important reminder: watch out for toxic algae.

Tuna is awash in helpful nutrients like iron and omega-3 fatty acids—not to mention delicious in sushi, salads, and ...