Extreme variation in snake venom: no two bites are the same Snake venom is affected by many factors and therefore varies to a degree that makes it almost impossible to find broadly effective treatments.
Snakebites still exact a high toll in Africa. A shortage of antivenoms is to blame OPINION: The global snakebite community has declared an antivenom crisis to attract international attention to this neglected tropical disease.
How biotechnology could offer hope for snakebite victims Snakebites are a major public health burden for low-income countries in tropical parts of the world. But new techniques could offer a solution.
Danish biologist catches sea snakes with his bare hands Thanks to a fearless Danish scientist we now know more about the many species of venomous sea snakes.
