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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Rachel Clun

Scientists discover new part of the immune system - and it could help solve our antibiotics crisis

Scientists have discovered a new part of the immune system - (Getty/iStock)

Scientists have uncovered a previously unknown part of the immune system that “could provide an untapped source of natural antibiotics”.

Experts supported by the European Research Council said the findings have the potential to transform the treatment of infectious diseases, as the newly discovered “natural antibacterials” could “provide alternatives to conventional antibiotics in combating antibiotic-resistant infections”.

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