Joe Landolina: Stopping Bleeding with Algal-Based Polymers

09/04/2022 29 min Episodio 340
Joe Landolina: Stopping Bleeding with Algal-Based Polymers

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A significant number of fatalities are due to blood loss following accidents, injuries or medical procedures. While many methods can stop catastrophic bleeds, they take time and are not always successful. This episode explores the process of inducing bleeding cessation with Joe Landolina of Cresilon. The company has devised a polymer from algae that is applied topically, and immediately stops the bleed. The science behind this innovation and potential applications are discussed. 

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