The 2024 Killam Prize Honours Canada’s University Researchers (Part 2)
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The Impact of Bacteriophages in Microbiology
This chapter explores the critical role of bacteriophages in ecosystems, particularly their function in regulating bacterial populations and their promise in combating antibiotic resistance. It discusses the extensive research on diverse phage collections and highlights advancements such as CRISPR-Cas9 technology in studying and utilizing these viruses. Additionally, the chapter underscores the relevance of phages in ecological monitoring amid climate change.
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