The application of bacteriophage to veterinary and One-Health medicine—a road map

Frontiers in Microbiology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Robert J. Atterbury, Adriano M. Gigante, Matti Jalasvuori, R. Lavigne, Schouler Catherine, Valeria Mariano, Paul Barrow
DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2025.1725071
Cited by: 3
References: 132

Abstract

The STAR-IDAZ international research consortium established a working group on Alternatives to Antimicrobials to explore various approaches for reducing our reliance on antimicrobials. These included bacteriophages, activating the immune system and manipulating the microbiome. The sub-group investigating bacteriophages have developed a road map for the application of phages in a One Health context. We present this roadmap here, in review format, along with a discussion of how phages may be combined with other therapies.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Bacteriophages and microbial interactions Zoonotic diseases and public health Antibiotic Use and Resistance

Publication details

Journal / source
Frontiers in Microbiology
Publisher
Frontiers Media SA
Volume
16
Pages
1725071–1725071
Publication date
29 January 2026
Language
EN