‘Paper machine’ to detect cancer
New York (IANS) Scientists have developed a portable, low-cost "paper machine" for point-of-care detection of infectious diseases, genetic conditions and cancer.
Using materials costing less...
Antibiotics may double juvenile arthritis risk
New York, July 20 (IANS) Taking antibiotics may double the risk of a child contracting juvenile arthritis, a form of auto-immune disease that involves...
‘US nod to Lupin’s anti-cholesterol drug may not fatten up firm financials’
Chennai, Aug 20 (IANS) Lupin Ltd's anti-cholesterol drug securing USFDA approval is a positive development but may not contribute to the company's financials in...
Motherhood brings lasting changes to the brain
Ottawa, May 26 (IANS) Looking at the effects of hormone therapy on females, researchers have found that pregnancy and motherhood could stimulate certain permanent...
Sitting or standing too long is hazardous for health
New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) The memo is out: when at work, stand for a minimum two hours if you want a healthier, longer...
Why sleep loss could lead to weight gain
New York, Feb 13 (IANS) Following a night of total sleep deprivation, a brain region known as the "salience network" may lead us to...
Shun anger to cut heart attack risks
Melbourne, Feb 24 (IANS) An episode of intense anger could lead to an eight-fold increase in the risk of heart attack. A high level...
Eat avocado to improve cholesterol levels
New York, Feb 20 (IANS) Eating fresh avocados every day can significantly change lipid profiles and improve cholesterol levels, reveals a study conducted at...
‘Leaky’ vaccines may lead to more virulent viruses
New York, July 28 (IANS) Use of less-than-perfect vaccines or what are called “leaky” vaccines can lead to evolution of more deadly versions of...
How the brain learns the way things work
New York, March 18 (IANS) When we learn a new technical concept, something happens in our brain. But exactly what? That has been a...
