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Conotoxinology (CONE SNAIL VENOM) with Joshua Torres & Sabah Ul-Hasan

Ologies with Alie Ward

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Unveiling Cone Snail Venom Studies

This chapter explores the fascinating world of cone snail venom research, introducing the term 'conitoxinology' and the global community dedicated to studying these marine creatures. It delves into the unique biology of the California cone snail, their hunting strategies, and the sophisticated nature of their venom, including the impact of microbiomes within their venom glands. Additionally, the discussion highlights the potential implications of these findings in drug discovery and environmental understanding.

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