Since their independent discovery by Frederick Twort in 1915 and Felix d'Herelle in 1917,
bacteriophages have captured the attention of scientists for more than a century. They are …

Foodborne microorganisms are an important cause of human illness worldwide. Two-thirds
of human foodborne diseases are caused by bacterial pathogens throughout the globe …

The rapid detection and species-level differentiation of bacterial pathogens facilitates
antibiotic stewardship and improves disease management. Here, we develop a rapid …

Fast and reliable detection of bacterial pathogens in clinical samples, contaminated food
products, and water supplies can drastically improve clinical outcomes and reduce the socio …

Bacteria will likely become our most significant enemies of the 21st century, as we are
approaching a post-antibiotic era. Bacteriophages, viruses that infect bacteria, allow us to …

Bacteriophages (phages for short) are viruses, which have bacteria as hosts. The single
phage body virion, is a colloidal particle, often possessing a dipole moment. As such …

A major limitation hindering the widespread use of synthetic phages in medical and
industrial settings is the lack of an efficient phage-engineering platform. Classical T4 phage …

Waterborne bacterial pathogens are a major public health concern worldwide, taking many
lives and imposing huge economical burden. Rapid and specific detection of pathogens and …

The growing human population is currently facing an unprecedented challenge on global
food production and sustainability. Despite recognizing poultry as one of the most successful …

Inadequate drinking water quality is among the major causes of preventable mortality,
predominantly in young children. Identifying contaminated water sources remains a …