Life Invisible: the fight against superbugs starts in the driest place on Earth – documentary
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- Cristina Dorador is leading a vital research initiative in the Atacama Desert, Chile, to discover new antibiotics in response to the growing threat of drug-resistant superbugs that claim millions of lives annually. Her work, set against the breathtaking landscape of salt flats, raises concerns about the environmental impact of lithium mining on local ecosystems and Indigenous communities.
- This development is significant as it highlights the urgent need for innovative solutions to combat antibiotic resistance while also addressing the ecological and social ramifications of industrial activities in sensitive regions, emphasizing the interconnectedness of health and environmental sustainability.
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