Study: Phage Found to Target Dormant Bacteria January 20, 2024 In a groundbreaking study, researchers at ETH Zurich have uncovered a potential game-changer in the ongoing battle against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Contrary to conventional wisdom,
Phage Facilitates Nitrogen Metabolism in Newly Discovered Deep-sea Bacteria September 5, 2023 Scientists have made important progress in understanding deep-sea Planctomycetes bacteria. These bacteria are found in various ecosystems and play a vital role in global
Transduction: Understanding Generalized and Specialized Mechanisms August 3, 2023 Understanding the concept: Phage transduction Imagine bacteriophages as tiny, virus-like entities that infect and replicate within bacterial cells. These bacteriophages are like genetic couriers,
Bacteriophages Successfully Treat Antibiotic-Resistant Lung Infections June 27, 2023 A team of researchers from the University of Geneva (UNIGE) and the Geneva University Hospitals (HUG) has achieved a significant breakthrough by using bacteriophages
Bacteria's Phage Tail-Like Nanostructures: Guardians Against Osmotic Stress May 26, 2023 In the world of bacteria, a remarkable discovery has been made that unveils the hidden powers of phage tail-like nanostructures called contractile injection systems