There is no denying in the fact that sting of many cone snails can even take your life, but as per researchers, their venom might have components to tackle pain. In a new research, researchers from the University of Queensland have revealed new things about the cone snail venom.

Earlier, it was considered that cone snail venom have more than 100 different peptides, which has applicability in many areas of medicine. Study’s lead researcher Professor Alewood said that they were stunned to know that not 100, but there were like 10,000 components.

Professor Alewood said that some of its components could also have potential of cancer treatment and Alzheimer's disease. The researchers affirmed that they have found such components in the venom that can treat chronic pain without causing side effects of pain relief drugs.

The researchers said that there are not many pain drugs in the market. Professor Alewood said that the molecules could help treat neuropathic pain that takes place from nerve damage, diabetes and cancer.
The analysis of the venom could also be used in other studies evaluating other venomous species and in humans as well. In the study, the researchers have used biochemical and bioinformatics tools to assess the structure of the toxins.

Prof. Alewood said, “We anticipate there are a lot more interesting molecules to be found in the venom of other species, and we are keen to explore these using our new approach”.