Malaria parasite selectively consumes linoleic acid fats, revealing drug target potential

StudentNews newsroom brief · 3h ago · 1 min read · via phys.org

Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have discovered that the malaria parasite relies on a specific type of fat to survive and multiply within the human host, uncovering a previously unknown vulnerability that could help guide future treatments.

Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have discovered that the malaria parasite relies on a specific type of fat to survive and multiply within the human host, uncovering a previously unknown vulnerability that could help guide future treatments. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking student. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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