31-03-2020 Antibiotics – Classes and targets
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2020-03-31
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This presentation gives an overview on antibiotics, compounds that are
used to treat infectious diseases. In the first part, a brief introduction on
the history and relevance of antibiotics is given. The second part explains
how antibiotics are able to kill bacteria or at least inhibit their growth.
Among these targets are cell wall biosynthesis, DNA replication and
protein production. Part three details some challenges that our health
systems face to combat the emergence of resistant ‘superbugs’. Some
mechanisms are detailed by which bacteria can become resistant to the
action of antibiotics and turn into these superbugs. The fourth and final
part of the presentation outlines some strategies how to identify or
develop novel antibiotics in order to be prepared for ‘superbugs’. As an
appendix, a brief test is provided in which you can test your knowledge on
antibiotics.
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