A Rapid Bacteriophage-Based Test for Timely Detection of UTIs August 5, 2023 Urinary tract infections (UTIs) have plagued humanity for centuries, causing discomfort and pain during urination. These infections are predominantly caused by three types of…
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,…
Phage Therapy for Treatment of Skin Acne August 3, 2023 Step into the mesmerizing world of the human microbiome, a bustling metropolis of microorganisms thriving both inside and outside our bodies. From the enigmatic…
Ibadan Bacteriophage Research Team (IBRT): Empowering Young Generation of African Phage Researchers July 28, 2023 The Phage blog proudly presents an exclusive interview with the Ibadan Bacteriophage Research Team (IBRT), an undergraduate research organization at Nigeria’s prestigious University of…
Understanding the Importance of Phage Typing in Clinical Applications July 28, 2023 This article includes a section on Phage typing theory. If you are interested in reading about the protocol, you can find it on the…
Beginners’ guide: How to Successfully Purify Your First “Phage” July 26, 2023 Welcome back to the captivating world of bacteriophages, those tiny heroes that hold the power to combat bacterial foes. Today, we embark on an…
Preserving the Magic: How to Properly Store Your Phages in the Lab July 21, 2023 Congratulations on successfully isolating and purifying your bacteriophages! Now, as you embark on the next phase of your phage journey, it is crucial to…
Unveiling the Remarkable Arsenal of Antiphage Defense Systems in Bacteria July 18, 2023 Did you know that bacteria have developed incredibly diverse and fascinating defense systems to protect themselves against viruses known as phages? These defense mechanisms,…
Factors Affecting Bacteriophage Survival in the Environment July 17, 2023 Have you ever wondered about the intricate battles taking place at the microscopic level, where viruses called bacteriophages wage war on bacteria? Bacteriophages, or…
Phage Lysis: A Viral Symphony of Destruction and Hope July 13, 2023 In the vast microbial world, a remarkable battle takes place every day, shaping the delicate balance of life. This unseen struggle occurs on a…
