IBM Researchers, who are working with the Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology in Singapore have discovered some tiny particles known as nanostructures to make them work as a key to shut down the infectious superbug known as Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), which has killed 19,000 Americans in 2005.

This lethal bacterium MRSA is becoming more dangerous every year thereby leading to more number of deaths as well as countless less-serious infections. Often found in hospitals, health clubs and schools, this bacterium easily spreads with close contacts with the infectious and these micro-organisms can quickly evolve and resist existing antibiotics.

According to Jim Hedrick, the Advanced Organic Materials Scientist at IBM's Almaden Research Center in San Jose, Calif., “the new nanoparticle material that the international team has come up with doesn't just muck with the DNA [of the bacteria], it kicks some serious backside." Hedrick explained that the experts have the potential to make biodegradable nanoparticles that can be easily applied to the human body through injection or topical application, which could eradicate superbugs like MRSA.

The treatment of Nanoparticles is not yet ready for public use as many clinical trials have to be made prior it being allowed for same.