Slowing evolution to stop drug resistance

Monday, November 16, 2009 - 14:42 in Biology & Nature

Infectious organisms that become resistant to antibiotics are a serious threat to human society. They are also a natural part of evolution. In a new project, researchers at the University of Gothenburg are attempting to find substances that can slow the pace of evolution, in order to ensure that the drugs of today remain effective into the future.

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