Episode 625
Using gallium as an antibiotic
Scientists have been using gallium to poison bacteria...
Naked Scientists, In Short Special Editions Podcast · The Naked Scientists
October 1, 20184m 15s
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Show Notes
Antibiotic resistance is one of the greatest threats facing mankind today. A new group in the University of Washington in Seattle, have been working to fight this threat. In a new study, they've been looking to poison bacteria using the heavy metal gallium, to improve the lives of those with cystic fibrosis. Adam Murphy spoke to two authors of the study. First, Christopher Goss and then colleague, Pradeep Singh... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
Topics
galliumantibioticsantibiotic crisisantibiotic resistance