Biophysicists Modelled the Effect of Antiseptics on Bacterial Membranes (IMAGE)

RUDN University

Biophysicists Modelled the Effect of Antiseptics on Bacterial Membranes

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A team of biophysics from leading Russian research and educational institutions (MSU, RUDN University, and the Federal Research and Clinical Center of the Federal Medical-Biological Agency of Russia) developed a computer model that shows the effect of antiseptics on bacterial membranes. The common concepts regarding the mode of action of antiseptics turned out to be incorrect: instead of destroying bacterial membranes, they cause changes in their structure. These changes make the bacteria weaker and more susceptible to adverse external factors.

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