How Scientists are Using Clamps to Fight Complex Parasites in Human Cells
Scientists have recently made a breakthrough in understanding how parasitic diseases work, and how to combat them. A team of researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, recently discovered a way to “clamp” complex parasites to human cells, which could lead to the development of new treatments for parasitic diseases. The new technique, which uses a modified form of CRISPR, can be used to attach a parasite to a host cell, allowing scientists to observe how the parasite interacts with the host and how it takes over its functions. This could help scientists develop new treatments that target the parasite and prevent it from taking over the host cell. The findings could have major implications for the treatment of parasitic diseases, such as malaria and schistosomiasis. The technique could also be used in the future to combat other complex diseases, such as cancer.
source: Phys.org