Studying Tiny Parasites in Japanese Sea Cucumbers

Studying tiny parasites in Japanese sea cucumbers

Sea cucumbers spend their lives prowling the ocean floor, scavenging for food and generally minding their own business. We can see snails leading similar lives, slimy but not bothering anyone.

Scientists discover natural cancer-fighting sugar in sea cucumbers - Science Tech Updates

UM-led study explores how sea cucumber sugars could be used in cancer therapy. Sea cucumbers are the ocean’s janitors, cleaning the seabed and recycling nutrients back into the water. But this humble marine invertebrate could also hold the key to stopping the spread of cancer. A sugar compound found in sea cucumbers can effectively block […] The post Scientists discover natural cancer-fighting sugar in sea cucumbers appeared first on Science Tec…