A frog's gut bacteria eliminated colorectal cancer with just a single dose

Explanation

A research team at the Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST) discovered that "Ewingella americana," a bacterium found in the gut of Japanese tree frogs, completely eliminates colorectal cancer in mice with a single dose. The finding came from research examining 45 species of bacteria, focusing on the fact that amphibians and reptiles rarely develop tumors even in harsh environments. This bacterium works by directly attacking cancer cells while also activating immune cells, showing higher efficacy than existing immune checkpoint inhibitors. Its safety was also confirmed, as it is naturally eliminated from the body within 48–72 hours.