Local climate can be used to predict the venom characteristics of a deadly snake that is widespread in India, helping ...

The venom of one of the world's deadliest snakes is even stronger in dry weather, reveals new research. Russell's viper kills ...

The researchers explained that the toxic effects of a snake's venom are caused by concentrations of enzymes, which are ...

Study by IISc researchers shows local climate predicts venom characteristics of Russell’s viper, aiding targeted snake bite treatments.

Researchers from the Indian Institute of Science have created 'venom maps' using local climate conditions to predict the ...

Researchers have developed 'venom maps' using climate data to predict venom characteristics of Russell's viper in India. This ...

NEW DELHI: Researchers have developed "venom maps" using local climate conditions that could help predict the venom characteristics of Russell's viper, a deadly snake found widely in India.

Russell's viper (Daboia russelii) is found across the Indian subcontinent and is responsible for over 40% of snake bite-related deaths in India each year. Its venom is extremely variable ...

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