University of Galway scientists discover potential new method to treat superbugs

Galay Bay fm newsroom - Scientists at Univeristy of Galway have discovered a potential new treatment for superbugs.

Superbugs, such as MRSA infections, have become a serious health issue worldwide.

Research at the School of Biological and Chemical Sciences found that MRSA could be more efficiently treated with penicillin-type antibiotics when combined with purines.

Professor James O' Gara explains where the research idea came from and how it works,

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