Chai, R., Rooney, W. M. , Milner, J. J. and Walker, D. (2021) Challenges of using protein antibiotics for pathogen control. Pest Management Science, 77(9), pp. 3836-3840. (doi: 10.1002/ps.6312) (PMID:33527621)
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Abstract
Bacterial phytopathogens represent a significant threat to many economically important crops. Current control measures often inflict harm on the environment and may ultimately impact on human health through the spread of antibiotic resistance. Antimicrobial proteins such as bacteriocins have been suggested as the next generation of disease control agents since they are able to specifically target the pathogen of interest with minimal impact on the wider microbial community and environment. However, substantial gaps in knowledge with regards to the efficacy and application of bacteriocins to combat phytopathogenic bacteria remain. Here we highlight the immediate challenges the community must address to ensure maximum exploitation of antimicrobial proteins in the field.
| Item Type: | Articles |
|---|---|
| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Walker, Professor Daniel and Rooney, Dr Will and Milner, Dr Joel and Chai, Dr Ray |
| Authors: | Chai, R., Rooney, W. M., Milner, J. J., and Walker, D. |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Infection & Immunity |
| Journal Name: | Pest Management Science |
| Publisher: | Wiley |
| ISSN: | 1526-498X |
| ISSN (Online): | 1526-4998 |
| Published Online: | 02 February 2021 |
| Copyright Holders: | Copyright © 2021 The Authors |
| First Published: | First published in Pest Management Science 77(9): 3836-3840 |
| Publisher Policy: | Reproduced under a Creative Commons License |
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