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A new test reveals which antibiotics truly kill bacteria

Researchers at the University of Basel have developed a new single-cell test that distinguishes between antibiotics that kill bacteria and those that only inhibit their growth. This innovative method, tested on tuberculosis and other serious lung infections, offers insights into bacterial resistance and could enhance treatment strategies.

A new single-cell test reveals which antibiotics truly kill bacteria and which merely hold them back

A new single-cell test reveals which antibiotics truly kill bacteria and which merely hold them back

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Key Highlights

  • New test identifies which antibiotics kill bacteria versus those that only inhibit growth.
  • Developed by scientists at the University of Basel.
  • Tested on tuberculosis and serious lung infections.
  • Reveals significant differences in bacterial tolerance to treatment.
  • Potential to improve precision in therapies and predict treatment success.
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