Researchers have uncovered a hidden split in the venom of Australia’s deadly Eastern Brown Snake. Southern populations create rock-solid blood clots, while northern snakes produce fragile clots that collapse almost instantly — two very different Read More
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Australian skinks evolve molecular shield to resist deadly snake venom
A University of Queensland-led study has found Australian skinks have evolved molecular armor to stop snake venom from shutting down their muscles. The research has been published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences. Summary Read More
Australian researchers are using peptides isolated from spider venom to develop treatments for a range of neurological and cardiovascular disorders. Summary Australian scientists are exploring the therapeutic potential of spider venom. They’ve isolated specific Read More







