Scientists uncover how superbug Staph aureus resists our natural defenses

Researchers at the University of Washington have uncovered how the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus, including the notorious MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staph aureus) “superbug” strains, resists our body's natural defenses against infection. The work, which was featured on the cover of the March 21 issue of Science, could lead to new ways to fight the bacteria.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news125579075.html">Scientists uncover how superbug Staph aureus resists our natural defenses</a></p> <p>Researchers at the University of Washington have uncovered how the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus, including the notorious MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staph aureus) “superbug” strains, resists our body's natural defenses against infection. The work, which was featured on the cover of the March 21 issue of <i>Science</i>, could lead to new ways to fight the bacteria.</p>