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RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT

will continue to improve snakebite management through the recommendation of a better monitoring system,
improved treatment protocol and the production of affordable, high quality “broad-spectrum” antivenoms -
pan-regional, poly-specific products that can be used in different areas for a wider coverage.

Besides, Vetox Lab is engaged with the
community through knowledge dissemination and
information sharing about the science of animal
venoms and toxins. A series of talks, workshops
and publications about the scientific basis of
snakes and venoms are planned for the community
to better appreciate the impact of snake venoms
on healthcare and biomedical research. The latest
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aspiration of the team is to venture into the
discovery of compounds with therapeutic potential
such as anti-coagulant, anti-cancer and
anti-inflammatory substances from the precious
venoms of our local snake species. At present, the
team has established strong collaboration with
r researchers from local institutes and abroad
including Thailand, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India,

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