Therapeutic target for dangerous fungal infections identified

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Researchers at University of Wisconsin–Madison have discovered a promising therapeutic target for Candida auris, a multidrug-resistant fungal pathogen that spreads rapidly in hospitals worldwide. This advancement could lead to improved treatments against dangerous fungal infections.

A multidisciplinary team of researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison has identified a promising new therapeutic candidate against Candida auris, an emerging fungal pathogen that has alarmed health officials worldwide because of its ability to resist multiple antifungal drugs and spread rapidly through hospitals and care facilities.