Episode 823
Drug discovery via sea squirt
Scientists in scuba gear have found a promising new drug to treat dangerous fungal diseases
Naked Scientists, In Short Special Editions Podcast · The Naked Scientists
November 30, 20204m 53s
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Show Notes
When we think of drug discovery we might conjure up images of scientists in white lab coats holding test tubes, but a new study searching for drugs to kill dangerous disease-causing fungi had researchers wearing wetsuits and holding fishing nets, and so far, it's all been worth it. Eva Higginbotham spoke with Tim Bugni and David Andes, two leaders on the project... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
Topics
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