Maggot Therapy Reviews Journal Citation: Diaz-Roa, A, Gaona, MA, Segura, NA, Ramirez-Hernandez, A, Cortes-Vecino, JA, Patarroyo, MA, and Bello, F. Evaluating Sarconesiopsis magellanica blowfly-derived larval therapy and comparing it to Lucilia sericata-derived therapy in an animal model. Acta Trop. 2016; 154:34-41. Published Abstract Larval therapy is used as alternative treatment for hard-to-heal chronic and infected…
Read MoreProbiotics and Bacteriotherapy Reviews Journal Citation: Bischoff, SC. Microbiota and aging. Curr Opin Clin Nutr Metab Care. 2016; 19(1):26-30 Published Abstract This article summarizes our current knowledge of changes in the intestinal microbiota in elderly people and centenarians. RECENT FINDINGS: Age-related processes comprise specific changes in the intestinal microbiota and related metabolic alterations. They result…
Read MorePhage Reviews Journal Citation: Anand T, Vaid RK, Bera BC, Singh J, Barua S, Virmani N, K R, Yadav NK, Nagar D, Singh RK, and Tripathi BN. Isolation of a lytic bacteriophage against virulent Aeromonas hydrophila from an organized equine farm. J Basic Microbiol. 2016 (e-published 2015); 55:1-6. Published Abstract A bacteriophage (VTCCBPA6) against a…
Read MoreThis year we will be expanding our highly successful Internship training program. We have successfully placed interns into positions of biotech research, regulatory compliance, administration, communication, and videography. However, we are in need of more clinical mentors. If you would be willing to allow a trainee to spend a day, a week, or a month…
Read MoreCALL FOR EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS The Biotherapeutics Education and Research Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit organization, is seeking new Executive Board members to join them in promoting and advancing the science of biotherapies. We are seeking individuals from all walks, including interested “laypeople.” The commitment is four virtual Board meetings per year plus ad hoc committee…
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