"Breakthrough: Universal Antivenom Neutralizes Deadly Snake Venom"
Scientists at Scripps Research have developed a synthetic antibody effective against the venom of multiple deadly snake species, raising hope for a universal antivenom. This discovery could revolutionize snakebite treatment, as current antivenoms require separate manufacturing for each type of snake. The antibody, 95Mat5, was found to be effective in neutralizing venom from various elapid snakes in initial testing on mice. With proper funding, researchers aim to develop a "cocktail of antibodies" that could protect against all the world's deadliest snakes, potentially eliminating the need for hundreds of specific antivenoms.