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Identifying virus killers in ancient medicinal plants
Many organisms have to defend themselves against predators, diseases or pests. Their metabolic products constitute a chemical arsenal that has been used for medical purposes since time immemorial. Using state-of-the-art methods, a team led by Judith Rollinger is screening traditional knowledge to identify new active substances against lung infections caused by influenza, coronavirus or <i>pneumococci</i>