Nov 16, 2013 · Whether as a defense against predators, a source of magical strength, or as a lethal weapon used as lifesaving treatment, the story of poison is surprising at every turn.

Take part in a live presentation about a real-world poisoning case and key advances in toxicology, or the science of detecting poison. And finally, learn how studying poison’s effects on human …

Explore the biology of poison and its paradoxical roles in nature, legend, history, and human health. Whether as a defense against predators, a source of magical strength, a lethal …

The Power of Poison exhibition explores the biology of poison and its role in nature, human history, literature, and health. This comprehensive guide will help you investigate the exhibition …

These cone snails (Conus purpurascens) produce a nerve poison so powerful it can rapidly paralyze a large fish—or kill an unwary person. Yet toxins from cone snails have already …

For centuries, many people have grown or collected plants with the power to heal or harm. Poisonous plants were certainly available to those who wanted to “speed their inheritance,” so …

Visit The Power of Poison exhibition for more about poison in nature. Read more about About the Exhibition Resources For Educators: The Power of Poison Poison in Myth and Legend Villains …

Dec 4, 2013 · You'll find live animals on display throughout the Museum's new exhibition The Power of Poison. They showcase the diversity and ubiquity of poisons in nature—and their …

The American Museum of Natural History announces The Power of Poison, a new exhibition that explores poison’s paradoxical roles in nature, human health and history, literature, and myth. …

Nov 13, 2013 · Explore how substances once considered deadly have been transformed into powerful medical treatments, highlighting the dual nature of poison.