Lantibiotics as Alternative Therapeutics: A Novel Approach to Combat Antibiotic Resistance

Authored by Sanket Joshi, Rajiv K. Kar, Dibyajit Lahiri, and Moupriya Nag, this book delves into the realm of lantibiotics and other novel drugs as alternative therapeutics to tackle the growing menace of antibiotic resistance.

Understanding Lantibiotics and Antimicrobial Peptides

The book provides in-depth information on lantibiotics and various types of antimicrobial peptides, including their modes of action in combating multidrug-resistant organisms. It also explores the techniques involved in analyzing antimicrobial peptides and their mechanisms of action.

The rapid development of antibiotic resistance has reached a critical point, necessitating the development of innovative methods and the application of novel compounds to prevent the spread of drug-resistant infections. Novel compounds, such as lantibiotics, exhibit distinct modes of action that differ from currently used therapeutic mechanisms, making them a promising solution to combat resistant organisms.

The Potential of Lantibiotics

Lantibiotics possess considerable potential due to their unique structure, mechanisms of action, and potency against multi-drug resistant bacteria. This makes them an attractive option for researchers and scientists in the pharmaceutical industry, as well as graduate and advanced students in microbiology, medical biotechnology, health, and pharmaceutical sciences.

This comprehensive book spans 522 pages and provides a wealth of information on alternative therapeutics, lantibiotics, and antimicrobial peptides. It is an essential resource for those seeking to explore novel approaches to combat antibiotic resistance.

Publisher: Academic Press

Edition: 1st edition

Publication Date: March 15, 2023

Language: English

Pages: 522

ISBN-10: 0323991416

ISBN-13: 978-0323991414