Pathogen predicament: How bacteria propel themselves out of a tight spot

(University of York) Scientists have deciphered how some types of 'swimming' bacteria have evolved to be able to escape when trapped in small spaces.The discovery could pave the way to finding new methods to stop the spread of certain bacteria, including species that cause food poisoning and stomach ulcers.

Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - December 18, 2018 Category: Biology Source Type: news