#Antibiotics

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New copper surface eliminates bacteria in just two minutes

A new surface that kills bacteria more than 100x faster than standard copper could help combat the growing threat of antibiotic-resistance.

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Ultrashort-pulse lasers kill bacterial superbugs and spores

Life-threatening bacteria are becoming ever more resistant to antibiotics, making the search for alternatives to antibiotics urgent.

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Scientists develop promising vaccine against Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)

Researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas are investigating the use of whole-cell vaccines to fight urinary tract infection (UTI).

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Researchers discover a way to increase the effectiveness of antibiotics

Researchers have found a way to make antibiotics more effective against antibiotic-resistant bacteria—also known as superbugs.