Researchers Identify Tuberculosis Drug-Resistance Inhibitor and Map Complete Structure of Key Bacterial Pump

Researchers identify tuberculosis drug-resistance inhibitor and map complete structure of key bacterial pump

Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka researchers have been part of two studies in the battle against drug resistant strains of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the cause of tuberculosis.

World-First NZ study could help stamp out superbugs by mapping antimicrobial resistance hot spots

It aims to map antimicrobial resistance hot spots across New Zealand to help combat a growing global health threat.

Antimicrobial-resistance of Escherichia coli in dogs and cats: A scoping review - AMR Insights

This study reviews existing evidence on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in dogs and cats, focusing on North America and Western Europe. The research identified 1,205 studies, with 108 independent studies identified. Most were observational and conducted in veterinary clinics. Most studies reported multi-drug resistant (MDR) E. coli in healthy and ailing pets, highlighting the need for antimicrobial stewardship. However, the limited number of stud…