Getting more from fertiliser, viral DNA's vital role and help from hookworms!
From The Science Show - Full Program Podcast by ABC Australia
April 17, 2026 · 55 min
About this episode
The episode discusses the use of hookworm secretions in developing treatments for autoimmune diseases and food allergies.
Secretions from hookworms are being used to develop treatments for autoimmune diseases which include food allergies.
Topics covered
- fertiliser
- viral DNA
- hookworms
- autoimmune diseases
- food allergies
Keywords
- fertiliser
- viral DNA
- hookworms
- autoimmune diseases
- food allergies
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: ABC Australia, hookworms
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