Viral enzyme cuts bacterial sensor protein, triggering defense against invading phages

InsectNews newsroom brief · 1h ago · 1 min read · via phys.org

In the fight to find better treatments for bacterial infections, one rapidly evolving therapy uses a group of viruses called bacteriophages (phages). Phages can attack and kill dangerous bacteria while leaving human cells unharmed and bypassing antibiotic resistance.

In the fight to find better treatments for bacterial infections, one rapidly evolving therapy uses a group of viruses called bacteriophages (phages). Phages can attack and kill dangerous bacteria while leaving human cells unharmed and bypassing antibiotic resistance. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking insect. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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