Phagotype

Phagotypes are particles that are formed as a result of the fusion of bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms. They can have different properties and functions, allowing them to be used for a variety of purposes, including drug production and biotechnology.

Phagotypes were discovered in 1957, when Professor Gillard Tyag pointed out that some bacteria produce a special protein called a phage, which is able to penetrate host cells and produce DNA and RNA. These particles were called "phages" and were later renamed "phagotypes".

Despite the fact that phages have been known for a long time, they still remain poorly understood. In recent years, several important discoveries have been made about phages, including the identification of the gene responsible for phage entry into cells and the study of the mechanism of interspecies phage transmission. Methods have also been developed to purify phages from contaminants, making them important products in biotechnology and medicine.