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The Antibiotic Resistance War

Season 9 Episode 17

We delve into the critical issue of antibiotic resistance. Witness the development of antibiotics, from penicillin's accidental discovery to the ongoing battle against superbugs. Explore the molecular structures of antibiotics and the ingenious strategies bacteria employ to survive. We uncover the urgent quest for new antibiotic solutions, utilizing AI, bacteriophages, and cutting-edge technology.

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