![Dr. Shamkumar Nambulli, a researcher from the Center for Vaccine Research, worked on the delivery of the nanobodies to hamsters to fight against COVID-19 and neutralize the virus’ effect on the body.](https://pittnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/N_COVID_Nanobodies_Courtesy-900x555.jpg)
Pitt researchers discover possible new COVID-19 treatment
By Shreya Joshi, For The Pitt News
• July 14, 2021
![In a press conference Thursday afternoon, Pitt’s Dr. Yi Shi and Dr. Paul Duprex discussed the potential of nanobodies isolated from Wally the llama’s blood as a therapeutic treatment for COVID-19.](https://pittnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/N_UPMC-COVID_Via-900x600.jpg)
Pitt researchers find COVID-19 breakthrough in llama nanobodies
By Rashi Ranjan, Staff Writer
• November 6, 2020
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