A protein found in the GI tract can neutralize many bacteria
January 13, 2026
January 13, 2026
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Jan. 13 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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A protein found in the GI tract can neutralize many bacteria
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The mucosal surfaces that line the body are embedded with defensive molecules that help keep microbes from causing inflammation and infections. Among these molecules are lectins -proteins that recognize microbes and other cells by binding to sugars found on cell surfaces. . . .
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A protein found in the GI tract can neutralize many bacteria
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The mucosal surfaces that line the body are embedded with defensive molecules that help keep microbes from causing inflammation and infections. Among these molecules are lectins -proteins that recognize microbes and other cells by binding to sugars found on cell surfaces. . . .