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Superbug P. aeruginosa Uses Protein Plugs to Block Antibiotics
Researchers have uncovered a novel mechanism of antibiotic resistance used by the multidrug-resistant superbug Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The bacteria utilize dual protein plugs to seal cellular channels, effectively blocking treatments. Published in Nature Communications, this discovery sheds light on how resistant strains survive aggressive therapies. The findings offer vital clues for developing advanced treatments against dangerous bacterial infections.