EPISODE · Jan 21, 2026 · 5 MIN
How Weight Loss Drugs Were Inspired by Gila Monsters | Sean B. Carroll
from NOVA Presents · host GBH
Nature has been solving problems for billions of years. Evolutionary biologist Sean B. Carroll reveals why scientists still turn to evolution’s inventions for life-saving breakthroughs, from GLP-1 drugs to statins.For more, check out the extended interview with Sean B. Carroll.Learn more about NOVA and subscribe to our YouTube channel.
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