A presentation about Satoshi Omura #2

Research Question
How we treat parasitic worms.

Methods and Data

Satoshi Omura has conducted experiments for 45 years.

1. He looked for organic compound useful for parasitic worms. For example around golf courses.
2. He did structural analysis of that organic compound.
3. He discovered Avermectin.
4. He developed ivermectin on the basis of the avermectin.