Wolfsbane and larkspur can paralyse in tiny doses; scientists found six enzymes that could help turn their chemistry into future medicines
- Representative imageSome of the world’s most dangerous plants may also be among its most useful.
- Researchers have now identified a key set of enzymes in wolfsbane and larkspur that could help scientists recreate difficult-to-synthesize natural compounds in the lab, opening new doors for future medicines.
- These plants are notorious because even tiny doses can cause neurotoxicity and paralysis.
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- Representative imageSome of the world’s most dangerous plants may also be among its most useful.
- Researchers have now identified a key set of enzymes in wolfsbane and larkspur that could help scientists recreate difficult-to-synthesize natural compounds in the lab, opening new doors for future medicines.
- These plants are notorious because even tiny doses can cause neurotoxicity and paralysis.
Sources: Times of India