bacteria
Zinc Starves Deadly Streptococcus Bacteria: Study
A new study shows that zinc can 'starve' one of the world's most deadly bacteria by preventing its uptake of an essential metal.
A*STAR, AstraZeneca To Develop Gram-Negative Antibacterials
A*STAR has signed an agreement with biopharmaceutical company AstraZeneca to develop new drugs to treat gram-negative bacterial infections.
The Danger Of Having Too Few Gut Bacteria
An international team of scientists have found that having too few gut bacteria is associated with increased risk of obesity and diabetes.
MicuRx Raises US$25m For US-China Antibiotic Clinical Trial
MicuRx Pharma has raised US$25 million in Series B financing to carry out clinical trials on its MRX-I antibiotic candidate.
Eucalyptus Used To Make Antibacterial Gold Nanoparticles
Australian researchers have developed a 'green' method to create antibacterial gold nanoparticles with the help of common eucalyptus leaves.
Restricting Calories May Extend Longevity, Study Finds
Scientists in China have found that restricting calorie intake promotes growth of gut bacteria associated with increased lifespan in mice.
A Bacterial Cocktail To Fight Inflammatory Gut Disease
Japanese scientists report that an orally-administered cocktail of 17 human-derived bacteria strains reduces inflammation and allergic responses in the guts of mice.
The Viet Nam Resistance Project Tackles Looming Antibiotic Crisis
Researchers are collaborating with 16 hospitals in Vietnam to strengthen national evidence-based control of antibiotic use in the country.
Bacteria Develop Resistance To Antimicrobial Nanosilver, Study
Overexposure to silver nanoparticles may cause other potentially harmful bacteria to rapidly adapt and flourish, says a new study.
