Filipino researchers discovered a powerful antifungal agent within a traditional fermented fish dish. Burong isda, a popular Pampanga delicacy, harbors a bacterium. This bacterium shows significant promise in combating Aspergillus fumigatus, a fungus that infects weakened immune systems. Study found that while the bacterium might struggle in highly acidic environments like the stomach, it thrives in less acidic parts of the digestive tract. Importantly, the bacteria possess genes that boost the immune system and produce essential B vitamins (B1, B2, B6, and B9).
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Super Bacteria, A Risk To Food Safety
Researchers at the University of the Philippines Diliman have discovered high levels of multidrug-resistant (MDR) Salmonella in chicken meat sold in Metro Manila wet markets. This is a serious concern, […]
Spider Venom: A Weapon VS Superbugs?
Scientists at the University of the Philippines (UP) are exploring the potential of spider venom to combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Antimicrobial resistance is a growing global threat. Researchers are looking at […]
E. coli Found In Urban Farm Produce
The study, led by Dr. Pierangeli Vital, found that 13.60% of the 419 vegetable samples tested contained E. coli, a bacterium commonly found in the feces of humans and animals.