It could be considered a modern-day superhero if it accomplishes all it promises to do.

The drug, Dz13, could treat a wide spectrum of illnesses including diabetes, heart disease, blindness, joint pain, stomach problems, and cancer. Whew. Talk about a 'one size fits all' treatment.

Molecular biologist professor Levon Khachigian, who led the study, described the drug as a pre-programmed "molecular assassin" which cuts through the gene and kills it.

Molecular assassin? Pretty cool. It will be interesting to see how this one turns out.

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