Publications by authors named "Geoffrey Accard"
Infect Immun
October 2016
Article Synopsis
- Mycobacterium abscessus is a growing threat to cystic fibrosis patients due to its resistance to current treatments and potential for causing severe pulmonary and skin infections.
- Research identified a virulence factor, MgtC, that plays a role in the bacteria's survival inside immune cells and can be targeted for new therapies.
- Immunizing with MgtC DNA showed promising results in mouse models, suggesting it could help create effective treatments by stimulating the immune response against M. abscessus infections.
