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Pathogens are scientist's passion

Darren Higgins is a star of the bacterium-loving world and is creating a buzz by looking at how listeria infects the cells of a fruit fly

By Keith O'Brien  /  NY TIMES NEWS SERVICE , BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS

The work that could have far-reaching effects, he explained. Perhaps most importantly, it could reduce our reliance on antibiotics to stop bacteria. And while that may not make for the most exciting cocktail party conversation, it's making a name for Darren Higgins.

"It's immensely cool," he said.

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