Scientists build 'roach motel' for nasty bugs of the bacterial variety
Monday, November 24, 2008 - 15:42
in Biology & Nature
The vacancy sign is on, but the lowlifes who check in never check out. Scientists at the University of Florida and the University of New Mexico have created tiny microscopic spheres that trap and kill harmful bacteria in a manner the scientists liken to "roach motels" snaring and killing cockroaches.
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