Syracuse University scientists discover how some bacteria may steal iron from their h...(ess to an abundant supply of iron-citrat...)

Date:7/31/2008

ess to an abundant supply of iron-citrate flowing through the lungs in the blood," Doyle says. "Finding a way to sneak iron from humans at no energy cost to the bacteria is as good as it gets. Our discovery may enable others to figure out a way to limit TB's access to iron-citrate, making the bacteria more vulnerable to drug treatment."

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Contact: Sara Miller semortim@syr.edu 315-443-9038 Syracuse University Source:Eurekalert

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