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  • Author(s): TOMLIN, C. M.
  • Source:
    National Geographic Kids. Jun/Jul2013, Issue 431, p15-15. 1p.
  • Additional Information
    • Subject Terms:
      VENOM; TAKACS, Zoltan; SNAKES; DRUG development; MEDICINE; TRAVEL
    • Abstract:
      The article reports on herpetologist Zoltan Takacs' claim that studying snakes' venom can lead to the discovery of groundbreaking medicines. Takacs state that snakes use venom to kill prey, with the venom attacking key parts of the body like nerves and blood. He reveals that venom is strong and fast-acting and studying it can lead to discovering drugs that can help cure diseases affecting these parts of the body. He adds that traveling has helped him understand how nature works.