http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/02/090223221355.htm
It seems bacteria like Anthrax uses a siderophore to steal iron from its host in order to survive. Scientists have discovered there might be a way to interrupt siderophore synthesis. There is an enzyme that bind Citric Acid which is an important structure for the uptake of iron for Anthrax. Scientists think if they can block the pathway leading up to siderophore synthesis they can disable Anthrax which is a lethal disease. Especially when breathed in.
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