Bacteriophage MS2: A Comprehensive Overview May 25, 2024 Bacteriophage MS2, often referred to simply as MS2, is one of the well-studied RNA bacteriophage that infects Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria. This virus…
In-Depth Exploration of the Phage Display Technique May 21, 2024 Bacteriophages have gained general popularity in recent years due to their potential in treating multidrug-resistant bacteria. Although they may seem new to scientists in…
Tailocins: The headless phage in fight against bacteria May 11, 2024 The ever-increasing threat to the world’s healthcare system and the constant need to find a replacement for existing antimicrobials have led to the development…
Engineered Phages deceive BBB to sneak drugs into the brain February 24, 2024 There is a strong castle defending the brain, the body’s most important organ, inside the maze-like human body. The blood-brain barrier (BBB), a highly…
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….
Sensitive and Specific Phage-based Digital Biomolecular Sensor for Breast Cancer December 19, 2023 In the ongoing battle against breast cancer, researchers from the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) have unveiled a revolutionary system that promises…
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…
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,…
Bacteria’s Phage Tail-Like Nanostructures: Guardians Against Osmotic Stress May 26, 2023 In the world of bacteria, a remarkable discovery has been made that unveils the hidden powers of phage tail-like nanostructures called contractile injection systems…