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Researchers Make Alternatives to Shark-Sourced Vaccine Ingredient
Researchers Make Alternatives to Shark-Sourced Vaccine Ingredient
Synthetic variations of squalene, which is used to boost immune responses, could make vaccines more effective while reducing fisheries for struggling sharks.
Synthetic variations of squalene, which is used to boost immune responses, could make vaccines more effective while reducing fisheries for struggling sharks.
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