Micro decisions can have macro consequences. A soft matter physicist reveals how interactions within simple cellular ...

The DEP recommends that residents do not use the water in their homes during hydrant flushing because the water quality ...

When seawater penetrates concrete in road tunnels, a biofilm is formed that breaks down the concrete. This can lead to high ...

The Evershine Cosmic Co-operative Housing Society in Mumbai's Andheri (West) recycles 1.24 lakh litres of black water daily ...

Researchers in Sweden have discovered why concrete in underwater road tunnels can break down much faster than expected—and ...

City officials are investigating after the canal was found drained on Thursday morning, prompting concerns from residents ...

Biofilms, which are widely detected in water transport infrastructures such as water distribution systems and premise plumbing, pose significant challenges including microbial-induced corrosion and ...

Pink or orange slime that keeps coming back on your showerhead isn't just an unsightly nuisance – it could be making you ill, an expert has warned. The common bathroom problem, which appears in ...

If left undisturbed, biofilm can coat surfaces with frequent moisture exposure. Areas where they are likely to occur include the surfaces of an ice machine, a dog bowl or even your water bottle.