New antibiotic family discovered in dirt
US scientists have discovered a new family of antibiotics in soil samples. The natural compounds could be used to combat
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Persian shallot 'could help fight TB antibiotic resistance'
A type of onion could help the fight against antibiotic resistance in cases of tuberculosis, a study has suggested. Researchers
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Ultra-tough antibiotic to fight superbugs
US scientists have re-engineered a vital antibiotic in a bid to wipe out one of the world’s most threatening superbugs.
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Antibiotic resistance: 'Snot wars' study yields new class of drugs
A new class of antibiotics has been discovered by analysing the bacterial warfare taking place up people’s noses, scientists report.
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