Still Waters Posted July 16, 2014 #1 Share Posted July 16, 2014 A mutant worm that can never get drunk has been created by scientists. They changed a neuron channel to block the effects of alcohol - and believe the discovery could be used to develop a drug to stop humans getting drunk. Such a drug would be useful for alcoholics, as it would counteract the addictive intoxication feeling caused by alcohol. https://uk.news.yaho...18.html#RJNB5ro 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CuriousRey Posted July 16, 2014 #2 Share Posted July 16, 2014 The drug could also be used to win beerfest! Think of the possibilities people. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eldorado Posted July 18, 2014 #3 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I've known some women who had this mutation. It's impressive to witness... but not to finance. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubblykiss Posted July 18, 2014 #4 Share Posted July 18, 2014 27 years ago I wagered my brother that worms would always be able to become intoxicated. Who would have thought that a day such as this would ever arrive? The horror. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrooma Posted July 18, 2014 #5 Share Posted July 18, 2014 QUOTE- It is believed that this research could one day lead to the development of a James Bond style sobriety pill, making it possible for a human to drink any quantity of alcohol without ever becoming drunk. . ok. so who do i have to kill...? . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrooma Posted July 18, 2014 #6 Share Posted July 18, 2014 (edited) QUOTE- Such a drug would be useful for alcoholics, as it would counteract the addictive intoxication feeling caused by alcohol. . you want to get an alcoholic to take a pill that will make him stay sober? good luck with that.... . (i suppose you could always slip it into his beer on the sly- an anti-mickey*) . (*or would that be more of an uncle....) . Edited July 18, 2014 by shrooma Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithisco Posted July 18, 2014 #7 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I misread the title of this thread... I thought it said "Mutant woman created that cant get drunk"... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrooma Posted July 18, 2014 #8 Share Posted July 18, 2014 has any of these scientists asked for the worm's view on this....?! . 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfonso Posted July 18, 2014 #9 Share Posted July 18, 2014 neither can normal worms ? how can a worm even attempt to get drunk anyway? ive been alive 34years and never seen a drunk worm in my life? ive never once seen in worm wriggle into my local and say 'can I have have a pint please'? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. ET Posted July 18, 2014 #10 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I see their grant money went to good use. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maximusnow Posted July 18, 2014 #11 Share Posted July 18, 2014 My worm can wiggle and is highly motivated to procreate when it’s drunk. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiffSplitkins Posted July 18, 2014 #12 Share Posted July 18, 2014 They changed a neuron channel to block the effects of alcohol - and believe the discovery could be used to develop a drug to stop humans getting drunk. Imagine the DWI defense attorneys having a field day with that one. The drug could also be used to win beerfest! Think of the possibilities people. Once you master Das Boot you'll have it made. :-) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubblykiss Posted July 18, 2014 #13 Share Posted July 18, 2014 neither can normal worms ? how can a worm even attempt to get drunk anyway? ive been alive 34years and never seen a drunk worm in my life? ive never once seen in worm wriggle into my local and say 'can I have have a pint please'? Worms love tequila. http://www.bing.com/search?q=tequila+worm 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrooma Posted July 18, 2014 #14 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Worms love tequila. http://www.bing.com/search?q=tequila+worm . yaaayyy worms!! see! do worms want to be cured of their alcohol dependancy?? i bet if you asked one, they'd say 'no, they enjoy getting drunk, why do you think we GET drunk? for the taste?! VEGETABLE RIGHTS & PEACE MAN! . (oh, and spare a thought for all those worms that want to get p***ed because they've outwitted the birds, the fishermen, and the callous gardener, just for some buzz-kill scientist to come along and ruin it for 'em....) . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oppono Astos Posted July 18, 2014 #15 Share Posted July 18, 2014 In fairness, said worm was legless to start with... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralaman Posted July 18, 2014 #16 Share Posted July 18, 2014 That poor worm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
little_dreamer Posted July 19, 2014 #17 Share Posted July 19, 2014 Worms love tequila. .... Pity the poor worm who can't even enjoy the booze that he's drowning in. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
libstaK Posted July 19, 2014 #18 Share Posted July 19, 2014 (edited) neither can normal worms ? how can a worm even attempt to get drunk anyway? ive been alive 34years and never seen a drunk worm in my life? ive never once seen in worm wriggle into my local and say 'can I have have a pint please'? Well worms do feed on the fallen fruits of various flora which no doubt ripen and ferment on the ground under various natural conditions, I think worms probably do get drunk - they might even be prone to being complete alcoholics depending on their particular "terrritory" and diet. Edited July 19, 2014 by libstaK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted July 19, 2014 #19 Share Posted July 19, 2014 I've known some women who had this mutation. It's impressive to witness... but not to finance. My momma always said she didn't have to worry about a man getting me drunk and taking advantage of me. She trained me well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirSethers Posted July 20, 2014 #20 Share Posted July 20, 2014 So are these genetically altered worms going to be the pill we eat in order to stay sober? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaraT Posted July 21, 2014 #21 Share Posted July 21, 2014 What then would be the payoff for destroying your liver, if you couldn't get roaring drunk? :/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucason Posted July 21, 2014 #22 Share Posted July 21, 2014 really? with all the money and resources we have this is what our greatest minds are doing. Drunk Free Worms?? common ppl get back to work and stop puffin of the magic dragon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calle Posted July 21, 2014 #23 Share Posted July 21, 2014 first worms next humans, if people can't get drunk, there is no need to make alcohol, 1 problem is solved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmccr8 Posted July 22, 2014 #24 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Hello Tequila jmccr8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Ford Posted July 22, 2014 #25 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Wait, so it only stops the neurological effects of alcohol. It would mean you get all the damage to your digestive system and liver, kidneys and skin etc, but just not get drunk? Seems pretty pointless. Now create magic worms that can be turned into pills to make me drunk with none of the physical damaging effects of alcohol and I'll be 1st in line to test it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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