Microorganisms is a scientific, peer-reviewed, open access journal of microbiology, published monthly online by MDPI.

A microorganism, or microbe, [a] is an organism of microscopic size, which may exist in its single-celled form or as a colony of cells. The possible existence of unseen microbial life was …

Oct 13, 2025 · The major groups of microorganisms—namely bacteria, archaea, fungi (yeasts and molds), algae, protozoa, and viruses—are summarized below. Links to the more detailed …

Mar 28, 2024 · In summation, a microorganism is a minuscule living entity invisible to the unaided eye. This broad classification encompasses a plethora of organisms, including bacteria, …

Apr 5, 2022 · Microbes are tiny living things that are found all around us. Also known as microorganisms, they are too small to be seen by the naked eye. They live in water, soil, and …

Microorganisms are the earliest life forms on earth, which originated 3.5 billion years ago. Microorganisms refer to tiny and invisible organisms, mainly including fungi, bacteria, viruses, …

Aug 4, 2025 · Microorganisms form the biochemical scaffolding upon which all macroscopic life depends. They manage nutrient cycles, influence weather patterns, control atmospheric …

By studying small things, microbiologists can answer some big questions which affect many aspects of our lives, from degrading food waste to causing and curing disease. Explore the …

Microorganisms differ from each other not only in size, but also in structure, habitat, metabolism, and many other characteristics. While we typically think of microorganisms as being …

Microorganisms are very diverse and are found in all three domains of life: Archaea, Bacteria, and Eukarya. Archaea and bacteria are classified as prokaryotes because they lack a cellular …