Insect Antibiotic Provides New Way to Eliminate Bacteria

Life Sciences - Nov 14
Life Sciences
An antibiotic called thanatin attacks the way the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria is built. Researchers at the University of Zurich have now found out that this happens through a previously unknown mechanism. Thanatin, produced naturally by the spined soldier bug, can therefore be used to develop new classes of antibiotics.
Health - Nov 13

Immunity connects gut bacteria and aging

EPFL scientists have discovered how a dysfunction in the immune system can cause an overload of a gut bacterium.

Psychology - Nov 13

Emotional intelligence: a new criterion for hiring

Psychology

Researchers have developed an emotional intelligence test for the workplace that can be used to assess and predict an employee's abilities in interpersonal relations and leadership capabilities.

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