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Jiggling Bacteria Reveal Antibiotic Resistance
Finding an effective antibiotic against an infection can easily take 24 hours. Faster testing could save lives and help doctors avoid broad-spectrum antibiotics, which can foster resistance.
Emilie is an assistant editor at the Scientist. She has a background in chemistry and biophysics, and she has previously written for the Guardian, Scientific American and STAT, among others.
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