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Engineered moths could replace mice in studies on antimicrobial resistance
- February 10, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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A scientific breakthrough not only promises faster testing for antimicrobial resistance, but also an ethical solution to the controversial issue of using rodents in research. University of Exeter scientists have created the world's first genetically engineered wax moths—a development which could both accelerate the fight against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and significantly reduce the need for mice and rats in infection research.
Originally published at Phys.org