While developing effective antibiotics against gram-positive bacteria is relatively straightforward, gram-negative bacteria present a greater challenge due to their extra protective membrane ...

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria is a serious public health threat. Understanding the biology of these bacteria--such as how they synthesise their protective capsules--is essential for developing new ...

Rigorous testing demonstrates robust antimicrobial performance against bacterial strains relevant to cardiac implanted electronic device (CIED) ...

"When it comes to antibiotics, bacteria can evolve defenses against them -- they're becoming stronger and always getting better at protecting themselves." About 35,000 people in the U.S. die each ...

In a new paper, researchers describe the creation of synthetic peptides, a class of antibiotics, derived from the secretions ...

A total of 9% of placebo recipients contracted COVID-19 from a household member, compared with 3% of ensitrelvir recipients, ...

Medical honey proves effective against antibiotic-resistant bacteria, transforming wound care and offering hope in the fight ...

When it comes to antibiotics, bacteria can evolve defenses against them – they're becoming stronger and always getting better at protecting themselves." Sophia Padilla, Ph.D. candidate in ...

The founders of Bugworks Research are attempting to bring to market a new class of antibiotics--a first in almost half a ...