How ant venom could save our crops
You might be familiar with spider venom and its uses – as an anti-venom for a dangerous spider bite, or its use in certain pharmaceuticals such as those for chronic pain.
But what about ant venom?
A group of researchers from the University of Technology Sydney are researching the use of ant venom to form a bio-insecticide.
The insecticide would help tackle global issues of food security without relying on the synthetic and chemical based pesticides that flood agricultural fields today.
Speakers:
- Samira Aili – PHD Candidate from the University of Technology Sydney.
