Toxins of sea anemone may be useful for life-saving drugs: Aus study

Australian scientists said venom of sea anemone, Telmatactis stephensoni, may lead to life-saving drugs. Researcher Lauren Ashwood found that animal produced different venoms for different biological functions. Such toxins might be used for developing therapeutics for cardiovascular disorders, autoimmune diseases, Ashwood said. She added the toxin's purpose might shed light on its medical utility.