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Molecular Movie Reveals How Penicillin Is Made
Researchers from the University of Oxford and international collaborators have captured rapid chemical stages in the formation of beta-lactam antibiotics. This breakthrough acts like a molecular movie, detailing the complex processes behind penicillin creation. The findings, published in Nature Catalysis, provide unprecedented insights into how these essential medications are synthesized at a microscopic level. Understanding these rapid chemical steps paves the way for advanced antibiotic development.