Artificial pancreas performed well in humans in US
Washington, Nov 20 (IANS) A team of the US researchers has developed a functional artificial pancreas that has performed well in humans in clinical...
Small dose of Viagra daily may cut colorectal cancer risk
Small dose of Viagra daily may cut colorectal cancer risk
New York, March 19 (IANS) A small, daily dose of the popular erectile dysfunction drug...
New gene map shows cancer’s weak link
Toronto, Nov 27 (IANS) Scientists have mapped out the genes that keep our cells alive, thereby revealing which genes are crucial in diseases like...
Primer on net neutrality, Free Basics
As the debate over Net neutrality and Free Basics intensifies, particularly with the sparring match between the telecom regulator and some stakeholders like Facebook,...
Sleep for 7 hours to keep your heart younger
Sleep for 7 hours to keep your heart younger
New York, June 6 (IANS) Sleeping for seven hours a day may reduce the age of...
Why teenagers are less risky when elderly are around
New York, Jan 29 (IANS) Adolescents are traditionally known as risk takers in decision-making, especially in the midst of peer groups.
However, a new study...
DNA tests for migrants at US border
DNA tests for migrants at US border
Washington, July 5 (IANS) DNA tests are being conducted as part of the process to reunite children who...
Get glowing skin, shiny hair for your wedding
Get glowing skin, shiny hair for your wedding
New Delhi: Wedding is the occasion when you want to look gorgeous and stand out of the...
Keep your mind active to keep Alzheimer’s at bay
New York, Feb 25 (IANS) Taking part in mentally stimulating activities such as reading books and magazines, playing games and using computers in the...
Disposable biochip for simpler, affordable HIV diagnosis
New York, March 14 (IANS) Researchers have developed a highly sensitive disposable biosensor that can detect sub-populations' white blood cells that are key to...
