Horseshoe crabs save human lives. Their copper-based blue blood clots in the presence of endotoxins — harmful bacterial substances that cause diseases. This unique property means that the blood can assess the sterility and safety of medical devices, drugs, and vaccines. The burgeoning market for vaccines, including for Covid, has increased demand for the blood. […]
Author Archives: Henry S. Parker
Henry S. Parker is an adjunct associate professor at Georgetown University. He can be contacted at [email protected]
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