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Molecular Assassins: How Azoles Cause Fungal Pathogens to Self-Destruct


New research led by the University of Exeter shows that azole antifungals trigger self-destruction in fungal pathogens by inhibiting ergosterol production, potentially aiding efforts to combat fungal resistance and safeguard food and health. Scientists have found that the world's most commonly us

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