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New Frog, Infant Malaria Drug, Leigh Therapy, Palm Biofuel

5/3/2026

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Researchers identified a new glass frog species, Nymphargus dajomesae, in the Cordillera del Cóndor Andes.
WHO approved artemether-lumefantrine for infants weighing two to five kilograms, allowing UN and NGOs to distribute it.
Scientists repurposed sildenafil for six Leigh-syndrome patients, noting improved mobility and breathing.
Researchers extracted biofuel-grade hydrocarbons from dry date-palm fibers, offering an alternative to waste burning.

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Researchers identified a new glass frog species, Nymphargus dajomesae, in the Cordillera del Cóndor Andes.
WHO approved artemether-lumefantrine for infants weighing two to five kilograms, allowing UN and NGOs to distribute it.
Scientists repurposed sildenafil for six Leigh-syndrome patients, noting improved mobility and breathing.
Researchers extracted biofuel-grade hydrocarbons from dry date-palm fibers, offering an alternative to waste burning.