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Researchers have explained how the antibiotic resistance gene established itself in the genome of the bacterium Klebsiella pneumoniae, a finding that could help control this widespread microbe.
Skoltech (Russia), U.S., China
Who
Researchers from Skoltech (a VEB.RF group institution), the U.S., and China, including Skoltech Assistant Professor Artem Isaev
What
Researchers have explained how the antibiotic resistance gene established itself in the genome of the bacterium Klebsiella pneumoniae, a finding that could help control this widespread microbe.
When
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:00:03 GMT · 2h 37m ago
Where
Skoltech (Russia), U.S., China ·
Why
The antibiotic resistance gene, carried on a plasmid, is enabled by anti-CRISPR proteins that suppress bacterial immunity, allowing the bacterium to take full advantage of antibiotic resistance.
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This research provides insights into how antibiotic resistance spreads in bacteria like K. pneumoniae, a major cause of hospital-acquired infections, suggesting new targets for controlling drug-resistant germs by potentially reactivating bacterial immune systems.
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