Nicotine-eating bacteria could one day help smokers kick the habit

12 agosto 2015

Most people who smoke cigarettes know it’s bad for their health, but quitting is notoriously difficult. To make it easier, scientists are taking a brand-new approach. They are turning to bacteria that thrive on nicotine, the addictive component in tobacco. They report successful tests on a bacterial enzyme that breaks down nicotine and could potentially dull its effects in humans.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/08/150812131456.htm

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