Algae

Algae Can Use Their Flagella to Gallop and Trot
Algae can use their flagella to gallop and trot like quadrupeds. Flagella are slender whip-like appendages. (May 4, 2016)

Huge Toxic Algae Bloom in Pacific Ocean Could Be Largest Ever
There is a very large toxic algae bloom along the Pacific coast that could be the largest ever. (June 20, 2015)

Green Sea Slug Borrows Genes from Algae
A unique green sea slug borrows genes from algae so it can feed on sunlight through photosynthetic processes. (February 9, 2015)

The Symbiotic Machine is a Robot Powered by Algae
The Symbiotic Machine is a robot powered by algae. It has a mouth, stomach and anus. (April 22, 2014)

Scientists Say Toxic Algae Caused Ancient Whale Graveyard in Northern Chile
Scientists say toxic algae is to blame for the ancient whale graveyard discovered in the Atacama Desert of Northern Chile (February 28, 2014)

Beachgoers in China Frolick in Record Setting Algae Bloom
Bulldozers are being used to haul record aglae away from China beaches. The thick algae didn't prevent people from swimming in the water. (July 6, 2013)

New Species of Algae Found in Guam
Research have discovered a new species of algae in the waters of Guam that resembles turtle weed. (October 14, 2012)

Seaweeds Employ Various Strategies for Surviving Crashing Waves
New research on seaweeds has found that it takes more than just being flexible to survive the constant barrage of crashing waves. (May 13, 2012)