Scientists discover skincare compound that kills drug-resistant bacteria
Lucian Nemoiu
A trendy skincare ingredient might become a surprising new weapon against deadly superbugs. Credit: Shutterstock Madecassic acid is widely known in Korean skincare as a calming "hero ingredient," but new research suggests it may have a much bigger role to play. Scientists at the University of Kent have found that this plant-derived compound could help fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria, one of the most pressing global health threats. Working with colleagues at University College London (UCL),
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