Bacteriophage: The horizontal gene transfer machine March 11, 2024 The field of bacteriophage research presents a complex landscape, where scientists grapple with the intricate dynamics of gene transfer mediated by these viral entities.
Scientists Uncover Rapid Label-Free Detection at the Individual Virion Level with Optical Power March 2, 2024 Scientists from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) have introduced a game-changing technique that uses light to handle and recognize individual bacteriophages, which are
How Synthetic Biology Can Help Us Make a Perfect Bacteriophage February 21, 2024 Recently, I had an interview with a well-established scientist in the phage world, Dr. Jean Paul Pirney from Queen Astrid Military Hospital in Belgium.
Which is better: antibiotics or phage therapy? February 9, 2024 Antibiotics have long been the go-to treatment for bacterial infections, but with the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, researchers have been exploring alternative treatments. One
Mammalian cells uptake bacteriophages and harness them as a means to boost cellular growth and survival November 5, 2023 In a recent study published in the open-access journal PLOS Biology, a team of researchers led by Dr. Barr from Monash University in Victoria,
Cell free synthesis of bacteriophages proved more efficient October 13, 2023 Many people are now familiar with phage therapy, a fascinating approach that harnesses viruses to combat drug-resistant bacteria. While this therapy boasts numerous benefits,
Phage Therapy Breaks New Ground in Combating Drug-Resistant Mycobacterial Infections September 17, 2023 In the ongoing battle against drug-resistant Mycobacterial infections, a ray of hope has emerged from the world of bacteriophages. The study, titled "Phage Therapy
Bacteriophages as Viral Warriors Against Microbial Infections August 13, 2023 In recent years, the field of microbiology and medical science has witnessed a resurgence of interest in phage therapy, a unique approach that utilizes
Phage Therapy Shows Remarkable Success in Treating Stubborn Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections August 12, 2023 In a groundbreaking international endeavor, the Israeli Phage Therapy Center (IPTC), under the leadership of Prof. Ran Nir-Paz from the Hadassah Hebrew University Medical
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