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AY 2011
#8 | Using Silkworms as Experimental Animals to Develop Pharmaceuticals
AY 2011
#8 | Using Silkworms as Experimental Animals to Develop Pharmaceuticals
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In regards to experiments to evaluate the therapeutic effects of pharmaceuticals, we need to solve issues related to cost and protection of animals. Consequently, we (scientists) have accepted the challenge to develop models for diseases through the use of silkworms, and are using these to develop new drugs.
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- No subtitles. This lecture was conducted only in Japanese.
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The University of Tokyo Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences / Professor
※Affiliations and positions are as of the time of recording.
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