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The intriguing science of phages, with Tom Ireland

The intriguing science of phages, with Tom Ireland

FromInstant Genius


The intriguing science of phages, with Tom Ireland

FromInstant Genius

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Length:
37 minutes
Released:
Jun 29, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Even before the global COVID pandemic, simple mention of the word ‘virus’ was likely to send shivers down most of our spines. But it turns out not all viruses are nasties. Ever heard of a phage? They are a type of virus that infect bacteria. Despite being one of the most common forms of life on Earth we still only know very little about them. However, current research suggests they may just be one of our greatest allies in the fight against superbugs.
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Released:
Jun 29, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Whether you’re curious about getting healthy, the Big Bang or the science of cooking, find out everything you need to know in under 30 minutes with Instant Genius. The team behind BBC Science Focus Magazine talk to world-leading experts to bring you a bite-sized masterclass on a new subject each week.New episodes are released every Monday and Friday and you can subscribe to Instant Genius on Apple Podcasts to access all new episodes ad-free and all old episodes of Instant Genius Extra. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.