CRISPR-Cas
Decoding the Secrets of Gut Viruses Using CRISPR Technology
The human gut is home to millions of microbial lives, dominated by bacteria, Fungi and viruses. Despite being one of the prevalent…
Category: PHAGE RESISTANCE
PHAGE RESISTANCE
Nebulized phage therapy treats cystic fibrosis cases
The incidence of ESKAPE pathogens (Enterococcus faecium, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Enterobacter spp.) is alarming. And so are the MDR(Multi-drug resistant) cases and PDR(PAN…
AMR
Phage therapy as “One-Health” approach in aquaculture
The overuse of antibiotics has led to antimicrobial resistance, now with scientific society looking out for potential alternatives not only for human…
PHAGE RESISTANCE
Bacteria Secrete a Molecule that Sensitizes Rivals to Phage Infection
Scientists from Indiana University Bloomington have published a study that has revealed a fascinating new mechanism by which bacteria can gain a…
PHAGE RESISTANCE
Synergistic Effect of Plasma-Activated Water and Phages Against Proteus mirabilis Biofilms: An Experimental Study
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection that affects any part of the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder,…
CRISPR-Cas
Discovery: Dual Functionality of Phage Anti-CRISPR Protein Unveiled
Recently published research has made significant strides in understanding the complex interactions between bacteria and the viruses that infect them, known as…
PHAGE RESISTANCE
Saccharibacteria: The parasite that protects its host against phage attack
In the vast and intricate realm of microbiology, bacteriophages, known colloquially as phages, reign as some of the most prevalent and potent…
CRISPR-Cas
CRISPR: Promising cure for HIV
Researchers are exploring a groundbreaking technique to potentially eradicate HIV from the body, offering a glimpse of hope for transforming this method…
PHAGE RESISTANCE
Antiphage Systems Leave Bacteria Prone to Antibiotics
In a recent scientific publication, researchers from the Universities of Tübingen and Würzburg have uncovered an interesting interplay between the bacterial immune…
FOOD SAFETY
Kimchi LAB Strains that defeat phage infection
When you talk about fermented foods, kimchi stands out not only as a culinary delight but also as a treasure trove of…