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9 minutes
Released:
Mar 20, 2020
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Podcast episode
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In the 1970s, scientists in China used ancient traditional medicine to find a cure for malaria. Artemisinin was discovered by exploring a herbal remedy from the 4th century, and can cure most forms of malaria with very few side effects. It has saved millions of lives all over the world. Rebecca Kesby talks to Professor Lang Linfu, one of the scientists involved.
PHOTO: Professor Lang Linfu (family archives)
PHOTO: Professor Lang Linfu (family archives)
Released:
Mar 20, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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