The Return of the Worm in Medicine (61)

Dr Michael has found some fascinating new applications and treatments using worms. From gut health, treating Coeliac disease and healing chronic wounds - there's relief to be found in our tubular friends. Join Dr Karl with Dr Michael Smout (from the Australian Institute of Tropical Health & Medicine) at James Cook University. If words like bile, kilodaltons and cysts put you off - stick with this - it's an uplifting tale of research that could make us feel a lot better.

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The Return of the Worm in Medicine (61)

Dec 17, 2017

Dr Michael has found some fascinating new applications and
treatments using worms. From gut health, treating Coeliac disease
and healing chronic wounds - there's relief to be found in our
tubular friends. Join Dr Karl with Dr Michael Smout (from the
Australian Institute of Tropical Health & Medicine) at James Cook
University. If words like bile, kilodaltons and cysts put you off -
stick with this - it's an uplifting tale of research that could
make us feel a lot better.

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Dr Karl’s a curious optimist – a great combination for a science lover. Join him and his guests for weird facts, amazing conversation and remember, it’s never too late for a happy childhood.
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