In focus: antibiotics resistance
Source: https://www.chalmers.se/en/current/subjects-in-focus/in-focus-antimicrobial-resistance-amr/ Parent: https://www.chalmers.se/en/current/press-and-media/
Antibacterial material restores the efficacy of antibiotics against resistant infections
Research from Chalmers shows that resistant bacteria can regain susceptibility to antibiotics when the treatment is combined with a material equipped with antibacterial peptides. The study shows that antibiotics can achieve a 64-fold increase in effect when used together with the material.
High school students contribute to the fight against antibiotic resistance
High school students Marie Forsberg and Emilia Risberg who turned to Chalmers University of Technology to find a supervisor for their final high school project. Now they are exploring how to use UV light as an antibacterial aid in healthcare - and thereby combat antibiotic resistance.
Easy-to-use tools for the detection of antibiotic resistance
The need for easy-to-use tools to identify and prevent the spread of antibiotic resistance is great. A step on the way is a new research project in collaboration between Chalmers University of Technology and Muhimbili National Hospital in Tanzania.
Previously unknown antibiotic resistance widespread among bacteria
A new study, from Chalmers University of Technology and the University of Gothenburg, shows that bacteria in almost all environments carry resistance genes, with a risk of them spreading and aggravating the problem of bacterial infections that are untreatable with antibiotics.
Tiny gold radiators fry bacteria on implantsGraphene spike mat and fridge magnet technology to fight against antibiotic resistanceBacterial defence mechanisms targeted for treatment
New spray fights infections and antibiotic resistanceReducing antibiotic use in farm animals adds value to biorefineriesNew AI diagnostics can help prevent the spread of resistant bacteria
Cut and stretch assay reveals resistance genesBoost for Chalmers' research on antibiotics resistanceThe canary in the coal mine – his research predicts future resistance threats
More on the subject
[## Health Engineering
Sustainable solutions to major health-related societal challenges, in close collaboration with the healthcare sector.](https://www.chalmers.se/en/research/selected-research-areas/health-engineering/)[## Find the expert
At Chalmers University of Technology, there are several researches who can answer questions related to antimicrobial resistance (AMR)](https://www.chalmers.se/en/current/press-and-media/find-the-expert/antimicrobial-resistance-amr/)
[## CARe
CARe - Centre for Antibiotic Resistance Research in Gothenburg - collaborative research centre that studies antibiotic resistance on a global scale.](https://www.gu.se/care)[## World AMR Awareness Week
Read more about the awareness week on the WHO website.](https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-amr-awareness-week)