New family of antibiotics derived from the body's own proteins

New family of antibiotics derived from the body's own proteins

A team of scientists led by the UAB has identified a new type of antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) found in human proteins that are capable of selectively eliminating multidrug-resistant bacteria, particularly of the gram-negative type, responsible for serious hospital acquired infections.

Scientists discover natural antibiotics hidden in the human body

In an exciting new discovery, scientists have found that our own bodies might hold the key to fighting dangerous bacteria. A research team from the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB) has uncovered natural antibiotic-like substances within human proteins—opening the door to powerful new treatments for infections. The study, led by biochemist Marc Torrent from UAB’s […] The post Scientists discover natural antibiotics hidden in the human bod…

Novel Bioinspired Surface Engineering Boosts AMP Identification

Researchers from Jiangsu University have developed a cutting-edge molecularly imprinted polymer (MIP) system that could revolutionize the specific identification of adenosine 5′-monophosphate (AMP). Published in Engineering, the study introduces a bioinspired surface engineering approach incorporating dual covalent receptors via precise post-imprinting modifications (PIMs) on mesoporous silica nanosheets.