Single antibody from human survivor show promise against Ebola
New York, Feb 26 (IANS) In an important advancement towards an effective treatment against the deadly Ebola virus disease (EVD), researchers have found that...
Hyderabad woman’s brain tumour turns out to be evil twin
Washington, April 24 (IANS) An Indian computer science PhD student from Hyderabad underwent brain surgery to find what she jokingly called her "evil twin...
Biases against lesbians, gays ebbing: Study
New York, July 24 (IANS) Conscious and unconscious biases against lesbian women and gay men are decreasing across all demographic groups in the US,...
How human breast milk stops inflammation
New York, Oct 15 (IANS) Human breast milk, which provides essential nutrients and antibodies to newborns, also serves as a reservoir for bio-molecules that...
‘Polar micro-organisms may provide clues to cancer treatment’
Kolkata, Oct 6 (IANS) Micro-organisms that thrive in the harsh environs of the polar regions may open up new avenues for cancer treatment, a...
Can near-death brain signals save cardiac arrest patients?
Washington, April 7 (IANS) Despite the loss of consciousness and absence of signs of life in case of sudden cardiac arrest, a storm of...
HIV self-testing safe and accurate: Study
London, Sep 9 (IANS) HIV self-testing (HIVST) that involves training individuals to perform and interpret their own HIV test may prove to be a...
Shun trans fats to lower death risk
Toronto, Aug 12 (IANS) Trans fats, and not saturated fats found in animal products, are associated with greater risk of death, coronary heart disease...
Here’s how fish oil diets benefit you
London, Aug 29 (IANS) While diets rich in fish oil produce gut bacteria known to reduce weight gain and improve glucose metabolism, consumption of...
Protein that boosts immunity to viruses and cancer
London, April 18 (IANS) Scientists have discovered a protein that plays a critical role in promoting immunity to viruses and cancer, opening the door...
