A fatal fungus once thought to be a curse could potentially help fight disease. Scientists discovered molecules in a fungus linked to Tutankhamun's tomb that stop the proliferation of cancer cells and are as effective as currently used treatments. Fungi may hold a treasure trove of medical breakthroughs just waiting to be unearthed.

The same deadly fungus is now being looked at as a potential cancer treatment. The therapy detailed in this new study is a class of ribosomally synthesized and post-translationally modified peptides,

Researchers have harnessed a deadly fungus (Aspergillus flavus) to create a powerful cancer-fighting agent. The development is particularly notable as this toxic crop fungus has a grim historical connection.