Investigadores mexicanos desarrollan antibióticos a partir de veneno y chiles

8 de mayo de 2026

Reportado por IA

Científicos de la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México han creado tres nuevos antibióticos utilizando compuestos extraídos del veneno de escorpión y chiles habaneros. Este esfuerzo tiene como objetivo combatir la tuberculosis y otras bacterias que han desarrollado resistencia a los tratamientos actuales.

Investigadores de la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México identificaron nuevos enfoques para combatir la resistencia bacteriana. Produjeron tres antibióticos derivados directamente del veneno de escorpión y de chiles habaneros.

Study finds madecassic acid, a Centella compound used in skincare, can inhibit drug-resistant E. coli in lab tests

21 de abril de 2026 Reportado por IA Imagen generada por IA Verificado por hechos

Researchers at the University of Kent, working with University College London, report that madecassic acid—a compound derived from the medicinal herb Centella asiatica and widely used in skincare—can inhibit the growth of antibiotic-resistant E. coli by targeting a bacterial respiratory system not found in humans or other animals.

Tobacco plants engineered to produce five psychedelic drugs

Scientists at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel have modified tobacco plants to produce five powerful psychedelic compounds typically found in mushrooms, plants, and toads. The technique uses temporary genetic changes to create a sustainable source for research and potential medicines. Experts say this could simplify production compared to chemical synthesis or harvesting from nature.

Spice compounds synergize to boost anti-inflammation hundreds of times

9 de abril de 2026 Reportado por IA

Researchers at Tokyo University of Science have discovered that combining common plant compounds from mint, eucalyptus, and chili peppers dramatically enhances their anti-inflammatory effects in immune cells. Certain pairings amplified the response several hundred-fold compared to individual use. The findings, published in the journal Nutrients, suggest potential for new dietary approaches to combat chronic inflammation.

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Investigadores mexicanos desarrollan antibióticos a partir de veneno y chiles

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