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From saving the planet to understanding ourselves, this series will see experts discuss the major topics of our times.
Are The Drugs Of The Future Coming From The Deep Ocean?
IFLScience - The Big Questions
28 minutes 49 seconds
11 months ago
Are The Drugs Of The Future Coming From The Deep Ocean?
Antibiotic resistance is a major health concern. We now have several harmful microbes that have evolved into versions unaffected by common treatments. To find new antibiotics scientists are looking further afield, including in the ocean.
Host Dr Alfredo Carpineti speaks to Dr Sam Afoullouss, a marine scientist at the University of South Florida, about the interesting chemistry found in the deep sea and its potential to be the pharmacy of the future.
IFLScience - The Big Questions
From saving the planet to understanding ourselves, this series will see experts discuss the major topics of our times.