Cell Line Research
By making so-called 'cell lines' from reptiles, it would be possible to produce without the use of real animal venom.
By making so-called 'cell lines' from reptiles, it would be possible to produce without the use of real animal venom.
This research focuses on how poisons work to protect a frog from predators. We look at the predator/prey interactions at the molecular level in real-life.
For many years the king cobra is under threat of habitat loss. The project will try to better understand their breeding behaviour as well as their migratory patterns.
The research examines whether oral administration of vitamin D and/or the placement of a UV lamp are effective strategies for preventing a vitamin D deficiency.
Among other things, this research has led to better advice regarding the use of UV lamps in bearded dragons.
Extraction of and research into different types of poison. Support for this project makes it possible to research the medicinal potential of various poisons.
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