Russian scientists in the field of genetics have discussed advances in antibiotics aimed at combatting resistant bacteria. This information was reported by the Ministry of Education and Science.
In recent decades, clinicians and microbiologists have repeatedly warned about the routine use of antibiotics without a clear medical need. Such practices drive bacteria to develop resistance to whole classes of drugs, forcing medical teams to seek new strategies and tools to treat infections.
At Sirius University, the Microorganism Genetics Laboratory is exploring methods to overcome antimicrobial resistance. The research program operates across multiple directions. Researchers are identifying promising targets to develop compounds that enhance the effectiveness of existing antibiotics. Their approach blends traditional microbiology techniques with high-throughput DNA sequencing to uncover mechanisms that boost drug performance.
Another line of investigation focuses on engineering protein antimicrobials. By applying protein engineering, the team aims to design therapies that target pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pneumoniae. In addition, the laboratory conducts foundational studies on the regulation of several bacterial immune systems. This line of inquiry seeks to deepen understanding of the interactions between viruses and bacteria, which could yield new tools for preventing and treating infectious diseases.
As part of the national project titled “Science and Universities,” the initiative on developing approaches to prevent and overcome bacterial resistance to antimicrobial drugs is conducted with the participation of the Ministry of National Education and Science.
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