selection –n. the process of choosing
principles –n. a basic truth or theory, and idea that forms the basis of something
phage (bacteriophage)–n. a virus that infects and reproduces within bacteria
autoimmune –adj. related to a situation in which tissue is attacked by the body's own immune system
novel –adj. new, different from what has been known before
virtually –adv. almost entirely
breed –v. to keep and take care of animals or plants in order to produce more with similar qualities
benefit –n. a good or helpful effect