Biology

Magnetically controlled bacterial turbulence

K. Beppu and J. V. I. Timonen

This groundbreaking research by K. Beppu and J. V. I. Timonen reveals how external magnetic fields can be utilized to control the swimming direction of *Bacillus subtilis* and induce active turbulence. With innovative methods involving superparamagnetic nanoparticles, this study uncovers the fascinating dynamics of hydrodynamic instability and bacterial behavior.