App to help scientists study cancer genetics
New York, July 24 (IANS) Scientists have developed an interactive tool to help researchers and clinicians explore the genetic underpinnings of cancer.
The tool -...
Blocking calls can make teenagers drive safely
New York, April 28 (IANS) A device that blocks incoming and outgoing calls/texts on cell phones when a person is driving can reduce distracted...
Smokers still think a few cigarettes are safe
London, April 18 (IANS) Although most people know that smoking is a risk factor for developing several cancers, many still wrongly believe that smoking...
Potential treatment for drug-resistant TB discovered
New York, Feb 25 (IANS) Researchers led by an Indian-origin scientist have developed a new drug that may serve as a treatment against multi-drug...
New therapy slows down brain tumour
New York, July 28 (IANS) A new therapy that cuts off the way some cancer cells communicate significantly slows the rapid spread of a...
Pop ‘good’ faecal bacteria capsule for healthy gut
London, Oct 7 (IANS) It may sound yuck to some but capsules containing a frozen suspension of faecal material harvested from healthy unrelated donors...
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...
Smartphone can be your fitness tracker
New York, Nov 15 (IANS) Uncomfortable with your wristband fitness tracker? Now you can bury it somewhere in your closet as your smartphone would...
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,...
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...
