Scientists discover tiny rocket engines inside malaria parasites

• The malaria parasite is packed with tiny crystals that spin nonstop, a strange behavior that puzzled scientists for decades.
• Researchers have now discovered that these crystals are powered by the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide, a reaction similar to the one used in rocket engines.
• This constant spinning may help the parasite survive by safely clearing toxic peroxide and managing harmful iron compounds.

Impact: This discovery could op...