After Cobra SNAKE Bites Boy, Scientists Went To RAJASTHAN, Why? #shorts

Episode Title: After Cobra SNAKE Bites Boy, Scientists Went To RAJASTHAN, Why? #shorts
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Description: Camel tear-derived antivenom represents an innovative leap in snakebite treatment. In a 2025 study from the National Research Centre on Camel (NRCC) in Rajasthan, Indian researchers immunized camels with saw-scaled viper venom and found that their tears and blood produced heat-stable nanobodies capable of neutralizing venom from 26 snake species. These camelid antibodies, also known as VHH or nanobodies, are much smaller than conventional antibodies, offering enhanced tissue penetration, reduced risk of allergic reactions, and greater thermal stability. This approach builds on earlier research in the UAE and France, where scientists like Dr. Anadi Sahoo highlighted that camel tear nanobodies could effectively counteract venom from multiple snakes, marking a potentially game-changing advance. Complementing this, researchers at Denmark’s Technical University, including Professors Melisa Benard-Valle and Andreas Laustsen, have demonstrated that mixtures of camel and llama nanobodies can neutralize coral snake venoms in mice, underscoring the broader potential of camelid nanobodies in antivenom development. Unlike traditional antivenoms—produced by injecting venom into horses or sheep—this method avoids large animal use and refrigeration needs. It paves the way for sustainable, scalable, ethical, and affordable treatments, especially vital in tropical regions with high snakebite incidence. Subscribe for more educational content and unlock knowledge every day with FactTechz!


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