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Bespoke Phage Therapy to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance

September 27, 2025

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the most pressing global health challenges of our time. Researchers from Monash University and The Alfred Hospital have…

Co-delivery hydrogel with phages and antibiotics to treat Fracture-related infections, a promising experimental study

November 14, 2024

Wound healing is a complex process that involves a lot of work from our cells. Infections from fractures (broken bones) often involve biofilms—layers of…

Pseudo-typing: Scientist re-engineered E. coli bacteriophage to infect salmonella

October 17, 2023

Bacteriophages, often referred to as phages, offer promising and potent solutions for combating bacterial infections that have become resistant to antibiotics. The rise of…

The Deepest Known Isolated Phage: A Virus from the Mariana Trench

September 26, 2023

In a groundbreaking discovery that has captivated the scientific community, a novel virus has been found in the abyssal depths of the Mariana Trench….

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…

Equipment and Materials for Key Phage Research Steps

Essential Equipment for Your Phage Laboratory

July 7, 2023

Venturing into the realm of phage research opens up a world of microscopic wonders. To embark on this exciting journey, you’ll need a well-equipped…

Different microbiology laboratory equipment (petri dishes, pipette, media, incubator)

Unveiling the Hidden World of Bacteriophages: Your Guide to Successfully Isolate Your First “Phage”

July 3, 2023

Welcome to the fascinating realm of bacteriophages, also known as “phages”! These incredible microscopic entities are like superheroes in the unseen universe, stealthily hunting…

Bacteriophage sample collection from sewage

Sewage Sample Collection for Bacteriophage Isolation

June 26, 2023

Sewage presents an ideal environment for bacteriophages to thrive, primarily because it contains abundant bacteria, serving as a plentiful food source for these viruses….