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- 25 June 2024
Daptomycin: A Miracle and Biopiracy from Turkish Soil
Daptomycin, a lipopeptide antibiotic, stands as a beacon of hope in the fight against multi-drug resistant bacteria. Its roots trace back to a species of Streptomyces roseosporus unearthed in Turkish soil (at the foothills of Mount Ararat) in the late 1980s. Hailed as a major breakthrough, this discovery led to the development of a life-saving drug for serious infections. Discovery and Development...
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- 1 June 2024
The Gut-Brain Axis: The Impact of Microbiota on Mental Health
The human gut hosts trillions of microorganisms collectively known as the microbiota. This complex ecosystem plays a crucial role in digestion and immune function. However, new research is uncovering the profound impact of this ecosystem on mental health. The gut-brain axis, a bidirectional communication network, connects the gut microbiota to the brain, influencing mood, emotions, and even suscep...
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- 1 June 2024
The Role of Oral Microbiota and Probiotics
The mouth hosts the oral microbiota, a complex ecosystem. This microbiota is composed of various microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoa, playing a crucial role in maintaining both general and oral health. When this balance is disturbed, various oral diseases such as cavities, gingivitis, and periodontitis can occur. Recently, there has been significant emphasis on the potent...
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Blog
- 27 January 2024
Misuse of Antibiotics
Antibiotics have been regarded as a revolutionary class of drugs for the treatment of infectious diseases since the early 20th century. These powerful drugs are used to control and treat bacterial infections. However, the misuse and overuse of antibiotics can lead to serious problems such as antibiotic resistance, posing a significant threat to human health. In this article, we will delve into...
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- 26 January 2024
The Importance of Probiotic and Prebiotic Supplements on Our Health
The Importance of Probiotic and Prebiotic Supplements on Health Human health is closely related to maintaining and supporting the balance of intestinal microbiota. Intestinal microbiota is a complex ecosystem consisting of trillions of microorganisms in our body, playing many crucial roles from maintaining digestive system health to regulating immune function. Among these microorganisms, the do.....
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- 25 January 2024
Microbiota: The Hidden World of Our Body
The microbiota has become a topic of great interest in the medical and scientific world in recent years. This mysterious world is the name given to the total of microorganisms living inside and on the human body. Research on the content and effects of the microbiota helps us understand its impact on health and disease. In this article, we will explore what microbiota is, how it works, and its e...
Ali Rıza AKIN began his scientific career at the University of Istanbul, Biology Department, where he worked on human microbiota, next-generation probiotics, and host-microbe relationships for 25 years. He continued his research journey in Northern California, Silicon Valley.
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