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MRSA could be prevented with genetically engineered antibodies

3 May 2023

Genetic mutations to an antibody prevented MRSA infections in mice, and boosted the effectiveness of antibiotics for fighting the infection
Curbing fatty acid production in bacteria lowers antibiotic resistance

Curbing fatty acid production in bacteria lowers antibiotic resistance

1 May 2023

Bacteria are more susceptible to antibiotics when they can't produce fatty acids, suggesting that drugs inhibiting this process could help us overcome antibiotic resistance

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