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New Bacteria Discovery Links Single Cells to Complex Life

4/21/2025

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Multicellular magnetotactic bacteria (MMB) discovered in Massachusetts could be the missing link between single-celled organisms and complex life forms. These remarkable bacteria thrive through cooperation, relying on one another for survival. Their genetic diversity fosters a division of labor, boosting their adaptability in ever-changing environments, as revealed in PLOS Biology.

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Multicellular magnetotactic bacteria (MMB) discovered in Massachusetts could be the missing link between single-celled organisms and complex life forms. These remarkable bacteria thrive through cooperation, relying on one another for survival. Their genetic diversity fosters a division of labor, boosting their adaptability in ever-changing environments, as revealed in PLOS Biology.