Why phages?
Bacteriophages or phages are viruses that infect bacteria
They occur naturally in the water and they constitute the most numerous life form in the planet They are host specific infecting only the target bacteria They are self replicated when found in environment rich in target bacteria They are self restricted when target bacteria are reduced
It can be a promising alternative to the use of antibiotics
It is a biological control of bacterial disease It leaves no residues It is environmental friendly It is safe |