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A bacteria turned by a phage into Zombie cell

Discovery: Bacteriophages Turn Bacteria into ‘Zombie’ Cells

May 22, 2024

Marine microbes are essential for sustaining the ecosystem by ensuring nutrient circulation for all its members. Understanding this system is crucial for promoting the…

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…

Horizontal gene transfer between bacteria

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….

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….

Rosalind franklin laboratory in the west midlands

UK Urged to Invest in Bacteriophage Manufacturing Plants as Antibiotic Alternatives

January 11, 2024

In a recent report, the Science, Innovation & Technology Committee (SITC) has advocated for the UK government’s investment in advanced manufacturing plants dedicated to…

Increased Temperature Facilitates Rapid Genome Ejection in Phages

November 8, 2023

In a groundbreaking study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences in 2023, researchers from Lund University, Sweden in collaboration with…

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,…

A beautiful black girl applying phage to her skin

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…

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…

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