Scientists Discover New Antibiotics in Human Gut Microbiome

AI analysis reveals potential treatments against drug-resistant bacteria, showcasing the innovative power of gut microbes.

Researchers identified dozens of new antibiotic candidates from the gut microbiomes of nearly 2,000 people.
The study focused on peptides, short chains of amino acids, which showed promise as novel antibiotics.
Prevotellin-2, a standout candidate, demonstrated effectiveness comparable to FDA-approved polymyxin B.
The discovery highlights the gut microbiome as a rich source for new antimicrobial compounds.
The findings suggest mining biological data can accelerate antibiotic discovery significantly.