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Parasite Protease Biosensors

Paul Freemont and colleagues at Imperial College London in the United Kingdom will develop and test a self-replicating biosensor that can quickly detect proteases released by parasites. Rapid detection of parasites could lead to early treatment as well as help track the spread of disease.

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