Indian-origin researcher uses AI to develop vaccine for gonorrhoea
Researchers used an AI model called Efficacy Discriminative Educated Network, or EDEN, to identify the protective proteins. A team of researchers, led by one of Indian-origin, used artificial intelligence (AI) to identify key ingredients of a vaccine for antibiotic-resistant gonorrhoea—a sexually transmitted bacterial infection that affects more than 80 million people worldwide every year. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaHow chicken farms are breeding antimicrobial resistance
E.coli and salmonella bacteria have been found to share genetic information as a way to develop antibiotic resistance. | Health Key Points
Hindustan TimesResearchers develop novel antibiotic that overcomes bacterial resistance
The antibiotic cresomycin efficiently reduces pathogenic microorganisms that have developed resistance to a variety of frequently administered... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaOn the horizon, a new class of antibiotic that can kill superbug CRAB
Results outlined in study published in journal ‘Nature’ this month. The results are from animal studies, says the paper, adding that the drug is now being tested in humans. Key Points
ThePrintAntibiotics can prolong the survival of some bacteria
England [UK], September 26 (ANI): Scientists have discovered an unexpected impact of some antibiotics on some bacteria: the medications occasionally help bacteria by extending their life. Since it has long been known that antibiotics either kill bacteria or stop them from multiplying, they are frequently used as a general treatment for bacterial illnesses. Since some […] Key Points
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Centre revises COVID-19 guidelines; Warns over antibiotics usage sans bacterial infection
The AIIMS/ICMR-COVID-19 National Task Force met on January 5 to revise the clinical guidance protocol. It has also advised doctors not to use convalescent plasma therapy. Key Points
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