Research digest
Audmula to Fight Against Phages
We know that phages — viruses that kill bacteria —are beneficial to us, and active and robust studies are underway to develop…
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Research digest
AI-Designed Phage Genomes Show Promise Against Antibiotic Resistance
Researchers from Arc Institute and collaborators have demonstrated that AI foundation models—Evo 1 and Evo 2—can design fully functional phage genomes, offering…
Research digest
Cryo Electron Microscopy reveals visualisation of phages in detail
Phage research is advancing with the progression in technologies and instrumentation. With all these come new insights into phage structure beyond what…
INTERVIEW
How Phages Are Revolutionising Skincare: The Parallel Health Story
Recently, we had an insightful conversation with Dr. Nathan Brown, a scientist who made an “unexpected” shift from academia to the cosmetics…
Research digest
Jumbo phages forms vesicle around their genetic material, researchers discover
When infected with phages, bacteria exhibit defence mechanisms against phages. Scientists have now discovered “jumbo phages” that “cloak” their genetic material in…
Research digest
Phage-Curcumin combination shows synergistic effects against multi-drug resistant Acinetobacter baumanii
From the ancient times, turmeric has gained its notoriety as an effective antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant spice. The yellow compound, curcumin, isolated from…
FOOD SAFETY
How a Popular Food Dye Destroys Phages by Damaging Their DNA
Indigo Carmine (IC) is a well-known dye used in food, medicine, and scientific research. It’s also called FD&C Blue No. 2 and…
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Phage-Infected Cyanobacteria Emit Chemical Signals That Attract Marine Life
Our oceans are teeming with tiny life forms that are vital to Earth’s health, yet most of us never notice them. Among…
AMR
Co-delivery hydrogel with phages and antibiotics to treat Fracture-related infections, a promising experimental study
Wound healing is a complex process that involves a lot of work from our cells. Infections from fractures (broken bones) often involve…
AMR
Over 600 Viruses Discovered on Toothbrushes and Showerheads: Why is it a good news?
New research reveals that our everyday household items, like toothbrushes and showerheads, are teeming with hundreds of previously unknown viruses. However, this…