infection

13 February, 2025

Infections by multi-resistant bacteria in Spanish hospitals could cause more than 20000 deaths a year

A study published in The Lancet Regional Health - Europe estimates that in 2023 there were 173 infections due to multi-resistant microorganisms in hospitals in Spain, with 653 associated deaths. The research reveals that the burden of this type of infections is significantly higher than expected.
Augusts 9, 2024

New methods to stop the spread of bacterial infections

A study led by scientists from the Zaidín Experimental Station (CSIC) has identified a superfamily of proteins that includes more than 6.300 receptors widespread among bacteria. The advance could open up new strategies to combat pathogens.