Researchers at Near East University have discovered a third bacteriophage, further strengthening their fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Isolated from a natural pond on the university campus, this new bacteriophage follows the previously registered “Pseudomonas phage NEU2023” and “Pseudomonas phage NEU2024”, both of which have entered the global scientific literature.

With this latest discovery, scientists are developing a “phage cocktail” by combining all three bacteriophages. This powerful combination is expected to neutralize multiple strains of the antibiotic-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria, which pose a significant global health threat.

Antibiotic resistance is a growing concern worldwide, and bacteriophages offer a promising alternative treatment. The newly discovered bacteriophage has proven effective against strains previously resistant to existing phages. This groundbreaking research, conducted in international collaboration, marks a significant step in the fight against hospital-acquired infections and antibiotic-resistant pathogens.

More Information: https://neu.edu.tr/triple-phage-cocktail-against-antibiotic-resistant-bacteria-is-coming/?lang=en