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Scientists make astonishing discovery about plants at the molecular level — here's how it could help solve major problems in the medical field

MSN / The Cool Down |
Katie Dehesh, UCR molecular biochemist, recently discovered a chemical that plants produce that could help prevent infections in medical patients. Biofilm is a slimy bacterial layer that clings to surfaces. Dehesh's team discovered a compound produced by plants that prevents biofilm formation