Snake Enthusiast’s Blood, Source of Antibodies After Hundreds of Bites, Being Studied for Universal Antivenom.

A snake enthusiast’s blood, drawn after enduring hundreds of snakebites, has contributed to research aimed at developing a universal snakebite treatment. Scientists are examining the individual’s blood to identify antibodies produced in response to repeated venom exposure. These antibodies could potentially neutralize a wide range of snake venoms, paving the way for a single, broadly effective antivenom. The snake enthusiast, who has been bitten numerous times over the course of their career, developed a natural immunity to certain snake venoms. Researchers are now studying their blood samples to isolate and characterize the specific antibodies responsible for this immunity. The goal is to replicate these antibodies in a laboratory setting, creating a readily available and affordable treatment that can be used against various snake species, regardless of geographic location. This research holds promise for improving snakebite treatment, particularly in regions where access to species-specific antivenoms is limited.

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Date: May 2, 2025

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Mark Chiang

紐約 NYU Computer Science 碩士 紐澤西 UMDNJ Biomedical Informatics 博士 中研院博士後 台灣大學博士後