Reactions Science Videos | October 31, 2019
Halloween season wouldn’t be what it is without the undead. This week on Reactions, we unpack the chemistry that may have inspired one of our favorites: the vampire.
Sources:
Immunity of fleas
Fleas and plague
Plague history
Fleas and potential for bioterrorism
Lyme borreliosis
Medicinal leeches
Clinical use of leeches
Bed bugs and pathogens
Bed bug pheromones
Vampire bats and rabies
The vampire in medical perspective: myth or malady?
Rabies and vampire lore
Tick saliva
Hydrophobia and rabies
Ever wonder why dogs sniff each others' butts? Or how Adderall works? Or whether it's OK to pee in the pool? We've got you covered: Reactions a web series about the chemistry that surrounds you every day.
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