A deadly sea snail has evolved a unique method of hunting that uses insulin-like compounds as a biological weapon. Research reveals that the geography cone snail releases a mix of mimic molecules into the water, altering its prey’s #metabolism and inducing a state of stupor. This nirvana cabal contains potent #toxins, including compounds that inhibit glucagon, explaining the prey’s inability to raise blood #glucose. These insights may pave the way for novel #treatments for metabolic disorders and enhance imaging techniques for diagnosing #cancer, showcasing the potential of these natural compounds in advancing #medicine. #sciencenewsdk @SafaviLab Read more: sciencenews.dk/en/a-deadly-s…

Cone snails in the tropical waters of Palau have a secret weapon. Researchers (@UUtah) found that one cone snail deploys insulin- and somatostatin-mimicking toxins that crash fish blood glucose levels. bit.ly/3CrY5A9

Cone snails produce χ-conotoxin to hunt other snails. These toxins are potential anti-pain drugs. Funtastic work from Sam Espino and collaborators of the Olivera Lab! academic.oup.com/mbe/article… #ConeSnails #conotoxin #venom

Join us on 9 October at 5pm CET for a new EUVEN seminar featuring Thomas Koch discussing cone snail venom evolution, and Schyler Ellsworh discussing mechanisms of venom resistance in flies. Register at bit.ly/3EUvDVe @Schy_Ellsworth @LundKoch

Interested in #pain #pharmacology and structural biology and looking for a master's thesis project in Copenhagen? Read here to see more and apply for an intriguing project: ucph.jobteaser.com/da/job-of…