The field of genomics is going to change how scientists think about genetic engineering. The resistance Streptococcus pneumoniae to penicillin varies depending upon location. A study on multiple drug resistant TB in Russia. We need to get a handle on tuberculosis before it gets out of control. Biological war games .
Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the causative agent of tuberculosis.
Below is a quote from the authors about the impact of this work. Iron is an essential nutrient whose concentration is critical in determining the outcome of infection with pathogenic mycobacteria. These organisms have evolved a complex web of biosynthetic and metabolic pathways by which to obtain it, store it, and regulate its use. Unraveling of the intricacies of this system may reveal an Achilles heel that can be used to guide and inform the development of new antibiotics. The Microbiology Textbook has a page on tuberculosis Investigating Lake Vostoc .