WHO approves synthetic source of artemisinin

 by

Rachel Mundy
 13 May 2013

A genetically engineered source of the chemical required to make antimalarial drugs has received WHO approval, paving the way for improved access to affordable treatment against malaria in developing countries.

http://newdrugapprovals.wordpress.com/2013/05/15/who-approves-synthetic-source-of-artemisinin/