Dublin researchers reveal superbug breakthrough

Researchers in Dublin said today that they have made a breakthrough in the fight against superbugs.

Thu, 28 Jul, 2011 - 14:20

Researchers in Dublin said today that they have made a breakthrough in the fight against superbugs.

A team of scientists from Dublin City University (DCU) and Trinity College Dublin have identified a mechanism which allows people to defend themselves against the hospital superbug CDI.

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