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Oyster Blood Proteins Show Potential to Combat Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

Oyster hemolymph proteins show potential to treat antibiotic-resistant bacteria, according to a study published in PLOS ONE.
The proteins can kill bacteria and enhance the effectiveness of existing antibiotics against various infections.
The research indicates that these proteins are non-toxic to human cells, suggesting safe treatment options.
The findings may lead to collaboration between researchers and the pharmaceutical industry for new antibiotic development.

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New York Post

Australian oyster blood could be the secret to tackling a ‘looming global health crisis’

Researchers in Australia discovered a protein in the Sydney rock oyster that could be a game-changer in one of the most urgent global public health threats of the 21st century.

1 month ago·New York, United States

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Popular Science

Oyster blood could fight superbugs

‘Oysters are constantly filtering bacteria from the water, so they are a good place to look for potential antibiotics.’

1 month ago·United States

Discovery shows oyster blood proteins improve antibiotic effectiveness

While slurping oysters is not likely to replace popping a pill, they could help in the fight against superbugs. A groundbreaking find by Southern Cross University has shown oysters might be able to help treat a growing worldwide public health problem: antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

1 month ago·United Kingdom

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Sydney Morning Herald

Oyster a day keeps respiratory bugs away: research

A ground-breaking discovery suggests that Sydney Rock Oysters could aid in the battle against superbugs.

1 month ago·Sydney, Australia

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ABC Australia

Seafood delicacy could help fight antibiotic-resistant superbugs, study finds

They can create pearls and are rumoured to have aphrodisiac properties, but oysters might have a more serious role to play in the field of human health, researchers say.

1 month ago·Australia

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9News

Oyster a day keeps respiratory bug away, scientific breakthrough finds

A ground-breaking discovery suggests that Sydney Rock Oysters could aid in the battle against superbugs.A Southern Cross University study has found oyster blood to have anti-viral properties that kill bacteria and also help increase the effectiveness of antibiotics.The discovery means natural products derived from oysters could be used to treat bacterial infections.READ MORE: The frantic five-hour window to turn White House into Trump's home"…

1 month ago·Australia

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