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What significant contribution did Bruce Beutler make to understanding infectious microbes?

  • He discovered penicillin

  • He invented a new microscope

  • He identified TLRs’ role in detecting microbes

  • He found a cure for all infections

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Bruce Beutler made a significant contribution to understanding infectious microbes by identifying the role of toll-like receptors (TLRs) in detecting microbes. TLRs are a type of protein that is found on the surface of cells and that helps the body to recognize and fight off infection.
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