On February 6, the researchers at GMU published their findings in the Journal of Proteome Research. They identified 48 substances known as cationic antimicrobial peptides (CAMPs) in the dragons' blood. These CAMPs are found in the immune systems of nearly all living creatures that can fight bacteria. Seven of these were found to be particularly effective in fighting off Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus, while one specifically and exclusively targeted Pseudomonas aeruginosa.