by TGAR Foundation | Oct 15, 2024 | General
This brief is part of series, The EU’s Global Role: Policy Proposals for a New Era. The series sets out a suite of policy proposals designed to shape the international development agenda of the European Union’s leadership during the 2024-2029 term. Summary...
by TGAR Foundation | Oct 9, 2024 | General
Antibiotic resistance is a growing global health threat, and educating the next generationabout responsible antibiotic use is crucial in combating this issue. By instillingknowledge and awareness in children and young adults, we can foster habits that helpprevent the...
by TGAR Foundation | Aug 26, 2024 | General
It was only a minor injury, but a flesh-eating bacterium soon became fatal to Philip. ÖLÜDENIZ – A man who slipped at a waterfall in Turkey and suffered a small cut eventually died due to an infection of a flesh-eating superbug. 65-year-old Philip Maile was in...
by TGAR Foundation | Aug 26, 2024 | General
Bacteria are experts at evolving resistance to antibiotics. One resistance strategy is to cover their cell walls in sticky and gooey biofilm that antibiotics cannot penetrate. A new discovery could put a stop to this strategy. Antibiotic resistant bacteria are experts...
by TGAR Foundation | Aug 26, 2024 | General
Introduction: In recent years, a significant debate has emerged around the use of triclosan, a common antimicrobial agent found in various personal care products, particularly in soaps and hand sanitisers. Triclosan’s effectiveness in killing bacteria and...