Drug resistance mechanism could impact development of two antibiotic drug candidates

The use of antibiotics is often considered among the most important advances in the treatment of human disease. Unfortunately, bacteria are finding ways to make a comeback. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than two million people come down with antibiotic-resistant infections annually, and at least 23,000 die because their treatment can't stop the infection. A mechanism of drug resistance has now been uncovered by researchers, and could have a major impact on the development of...