Humans have taken advantage of the metabolism in a tiny fungus called yeast to create beer and wine from grains and fruits. What are the biological mechanisms behind this alcohol production?

Jean-Philippe Tessonnier, right, and Prathamesh Prabhu, a doctoral student, work to combine electro- and bio- reactions to create the building ... s harvest heading to the right to be processed by a ...

These often discarded remnants, called "lees," are mostly made up of rice residues, yeast, and other microbial byproducts. The researchers found that by optimizing the fermentation process with a ...

Fermentation is a process in which bacteria and yeast break down sugars. Probiotics may have several health benefits, including better digestion, improved immunity, and weight loss. Here are 8 ...