Researchers confirm second layer
Researchers confirm second layer of information in our DNA
London, June 9 (IANS) Confirming a long-standing hypothesis, scientists from the Netherlands' Leiden University have shown...
Gene that determines maleness..
Gene that determines maleness in malaria mosquitoes
London, July 1 (IANS) In a major step towards developing effective genetic strategies to control mosquitoes, scientists have...
Living longer linked to shorter period of illness
Living longer linked to shorter period of illness
New York, July 7 (IANS) Those who live exceptionally long lives lead a much healthier life, suggests...
Veggie juice that illuminates the gut
Veggie juice that illuminates the gut
New York, July 12 (IANS) The pigment that gives spinach and other plants their green colour may improve doctors'...
Dietary restriction increases lifespan
Dietary restriction increases lifespan
New York, July 15 (IANS) Dietary restriction or limited food intake without malnutrition has beneficial effects on longevity in species, including...
We cannot eliminate TB if we leave children behind
We cannot eliminate TB if we leave children behind
"Children are central to where we are heading for in TB control. If we aim to...
Why obese women have uncontrollable urge to eat
Why obese women have uncontrollable urge to eat
New York, July 23 (IANS) Women with severe obesity often report an underlying drive to eat continually...
ADHD medication reduces risky behaviour in children
ADHD medication reduces risky behaviour in children
Washington, July 28 (IANS) Medications taken by children to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) offer long-term benefits, revealed a...
How alcohol and pot may influence your sexual behaviour
How alcohol and pot may influence your sexual behaviour
New York, Aug 5 (IANS) While both alcohol and marijuana appear to potentially increase risk for...
Google Glass-type device to soon read your brain
Google Glass-type device to soon read your brain
New York, Aug 12 (IANS) Using Google Glass, a team of researchers is developing a 'smart' portable...