A novel way to stop the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Expose them to sunlight and mix in viruses
NEW DELHI metallo-beta-lactamase is a bacterial enzyme that poses a serious threat to people. It grants its host resistance to carbapenems and other beta-lactam antibiotics used by doctors around the world as a last line of defence against stubborn infections. And, as if that were not bad enough, it also confers protection against sunlight.
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Science & technology December 1st 2018
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- A probe lands on Mars
- A species of spider that suckles its young
- A novel way to stop the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria
- A vast study seeks to understand the genetic underpinnings of ADHD
- Experience of phantom limbs lets amputees control real replacements
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