A bacteriophage (/ bækˈtɪrioʊfeɪdʒ /), also known informally as a phage (/ ˈfeɪdʒ /), is a virus that infects and replicates within bacteria. The term is derived from Ancient Greek φαγεῖν (phagein) 'to devour' …

Jan 30, 2026 · A bacteriophage is any of a group of viruses that infect bacteria. Bacteriophages were discovered independently by Frederick W. Twort in Great Britain (1915) and Felix d’Herelle in France …

Mar 28, 2022 · Bacteriophage or Phage is a virus that infects and replicates only within the body of bacteria. Bacteriophages were discovered independently by Frederick W. Twort in the U.K and Félix …

Feb 17, 2025 · Phages are useful as they can destroy bacteria resistant to drugs such as antibiotics. Phages infect their bacterial hosts with great specificity. They do not infect human cells. Antimicrobial …

Phages are the obligate parasite of bacteria and have complex interactions with their hosts. Phages can live in, modify, and shape bacterial communities by bringing about changes in their abundance, …

Mar 27, 2025 · Bacteriophages (or phages) are viruses that selectively target and kill bacteria. They are abundant, commonly occurring natural entities that play crucial roles in regulating bacterial …

Jul 21, 2025 · A bacteriophage is a virus that infects and replicates only within bacteria. The name is derived from Greek words meaning “bacteria eater.” These are the most numerous biological forms …