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Oranges affected by pseudomonas treated with bacteriophages

Phage-mediated biocontrol of phytopathogens

June 28, 2023

Phytopathogens have always been a barrier to the agricultural industry’s ability to meet rising food demands. Annual crop loss due to plant disease is…

Gene delivery in the human body using viral particles

Breakthrough in Genetic Medicine: Scientists Develop New Artificial Viral Vectors for Targeted Gene Delivery

June 2, 2023

Scientists have made an exciting discovery in a recent study published in the journal Nature Communications. They have found a new way to create…

A photo of a bacteriophage generated by computer

What is the Bacteriophage: An In-depth Exploration of Nature’s Viral Assassins

May 30, 2023

In the intricate world of microbiology, where battles for survival are fought at microscopic scales, a remarkable group of viruses known as bacteriophages (or…

A lab technologist using pipette to perform spot test

Phage Spot Lysis Test: Phage detection technique

May 30, 2023

A spot test is a technique used to determine the presence and activity of bacteriophages against specific bacterial strains. It involves spotting a small…

Unveiling the UK Public’s Rising Acceptance of Phage Therapy: Insights from a New Study

May 25, 2023

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has become a global crisis, posing a threat to human health as previously treatable infections become increasingly lethal. In response to…

Bacterium holding a shield that prevent them from being attacked by viruses

Anionic Synthetic Polymers Shield Bacteria from Phage Infections

May 21, 2023

Prepare to be amazed by the groundbreaking discovery made by researchers at the University of Warwick—a breakthrough that has the potential to revolutionize the…

Unlocking the Secrets of Phages: Revolutionizing Biotechnology with New Structural Insights

May 17, 2023

Phages, the intriguing viruses that target bacteria, have long held the key to a variety of applications in biotechnology and medicine. In a groundbreaking…

Revolutionizing Infection Treatment: SNIPR Biome’s CRISPR-armed Phage Therapy Targets Antibiotic-Resistant E. Coli in Gut

May 13, 2023

SNIPR Biome ApS has made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of microbiology, paving the way for a new era of microbial gene therapy….

The growth and infection of M. smegmatis cells with fluorescent phages were recorded in a CellASIC microfluidic device using time-lapse imaging. Both wild-type and ∆lsr2 cells were observed.

Scientists Uncover the Mechanism: Bacterial Protein Revealed to be Key Player in Phage Infection and Resistance

March 10, 2023

Antibacterial resistance has led to the development of alternative treatments for bacterial infections, including the use of bacteriophages, which are viruses that can kill…

Bacteriophage on the surface of bacteria-UK innovate

Innovate UK KTN Launches Phage Innovation Network to Drive Innovation in Phage Research and Development

March 8, 2023

Innovate UK KTN, a UK-based organization focused on driving innovation and growth, has launched the Phage Innovation Network, a platform aimed at improving the…