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WORLD2026-03-1620:00:04 UTC

Briefing: Rapid sequencing method offers same day detection of antibiotic resistance

Editorial Staff · 1 min read

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have developed a new sequencing method known as s5PSeq, which allows for the identification of antibiotic resistance within the same day.

This method is designed to be both rapid and cost-efficient, addressing the urgent need for timely detection in clinical settings.

The s5PSeq technique focuses on measuring the response of bacterial ribosomes, providing critical insights into resistance mechanisms.