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Scientists sent viruses to space and they evolved in surprising ways

Recent experiments involving bacteria-infecting viruses sent to the International Space Station revealed that both viruses and bacteria evolve differently in microgravity compared to Earth. These genetic changes could enhance the effectiveness of phage therapies targeting drug-resistant infections.

In space, viruses can still infect bacteria, but the fight looks different. Microgravity pushes both sides to evolve in unexpected ways, with potential benefits for human health back on Earth

In space, viruses can still infect bacteria, but the fight looks different. Microgravity pushes both sides to evolve in unexpected ways, with potential benefits for human health back on Earth

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Key Highlights

  • Viruses and bacteria were sent to the International Space Station for research.
  • Microgravity altered the behavior and evolution of the microbes.
  • Genetic changes affected how viruses attach to bacteria and how bacteria defend themselves.
  • The findings may improve treatments for drug-resistant infections.
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