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Kary Mullis' next-gen cure for killer infection

Drug-resistant bacteria kills, even in top hospitals. But now tough infections like staph and anthrax may be in for a surprise. Nobel-winning chemist Kary Mullis, who watched a friend die when powerful antibiotics failed, unveils a radical new cure that shows extraordinary promise.

English
  • Originally Aired July 9, 2009
  • Runtime 5 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Network YouTube
  • Created February 18, 2025 by
    morbus
  • Modified February 18, 2025 by
    morbus