Health

Biogen seeks approval of previously failed experimental Alzheimer's drug

Biogen is seeking approval of an experimental Alzheimer's drug that previously failed in improving conditions of people suffering from the neurodegenerative disease.

Oct 24, 2019

By Priya Yadav

Your gut bacteria is reducing, when 5,300-year-old Iceman Ötzi harbored it perfectly

Scientists discover that Prevotella copri, a common human gut microbe, evolved and developed in humans, including 5,300-year-old Iceman Otzi. So why is it reducing today?

Oct 24, 2019

By R Siva Kumar

Did you know that your neural activity determines how long you live?

The nervous system might impact human longevity, with neural excitation linking you to a shorter life, even as overactivity may extend it. Protein REST, which was earlier known to protect aging brains, has an important role to play.

Oct 24, 2019

By R Siva Kumar

New precise CRISPR tool to tackle diseases, develop gene therapies

The new CRISPR gene-editing tool will cut a single strand of DNA, instead of both, to tackle diseases and develop gene therapies.

Oct 22, 2019

By Priya Yadav

Beware, blue light can speed up your aging, even if you aren't looking at it

If you are in the midst of blue light that is being emitted by your phone, computer and other items in your house, it could be speeding up your age. The blue light might be harming your retinas as well as your brain cells.

Oct 22, 2019

By Revathi Sivakumar

American Indians prone to higher risk of irregular heartbeat, says study

Among American Indians, new AFib cases were 7.5 times per year per 1000 patients, compared to 6.9 times per year per every thousand patients of other races or ethnic groups

Oct 21, 2019

By Soorya Kiran NN

Singapore: Couple opens home to pregnant women amidst Zika threat

Laughing gas new choice for women in labour pain; epidural still tops the list

A study suggested nitrous oxide was helpful in managing pain in women in labour with no side effects to the baby.

Oct 21, 2019

By Priya Yadav

Scientists grow human brain in lab. Is it ethically right to do so?

Researchers have argued that growing and transplanting human organoids into animals were close to crossing ethical lines.

Oct 21, 2019

By Priya Yadav

white lotus paste with single yolk and macadamia nuts

Mediterranean diet is beneficial for a healthy gut, study claims

Certain foods such as legumes, nuts, and red wine are associated with healthy gut microbiomes, suggests the study.

Oct 21, 2019

By Priya Yadav

DEET turns humans 'invisible' to fend off mosquitos, finds new study

Researchers have deciphered the secret behind DEET that was used for over a century to fend off mosquitos from biting humans and save from malaria.

Oct 21, 2019

By Soorya Kiran NN

Mother doesn't want to have a baby ever again after the nightmare that she went through

The 27-year-old woman said that she doesn't want to have a baby ever again after the nightmare that she went through.

Oct 21, 2019

By Pinaz Kazi

Study says fatty tissues clog lungs; increase asthma risk in obese people

Fat can be accumulated in the lungs, putting overweight or obese people at a greater risk for asthma, reveals a study.

Oct 20, 2019

By Priya Yadav

First Lady of Dance: 10 unique moves of Michelle Obama

Your personality as a teen may help identify chances of dementia later in life

Research suggests those who stay calm and energetic in teenage have lower chances of developing dementia as elderly than those who are impulsive.

Oct 20, 2019

By Priya Yadav

Eye drops in clinical trial significantly improve vision loss

Eye drops in phase 2 trial showed significant results in improving vision loss from farsightedness -- an age-related condition.

Oct 20, 2019

By Priya Yadav

Cannabis and heroin seized from a 56-year-old Singaporean male suspected drug trafficker arrested in the vicinity of Woodlands Ring Road on 25 January 2018.

Mindfulness can reduce opioid yearnings, finds new study

Mindfulness techniques can help opioid users to emerge from addiction and stave off pain.

Oct 20, 2019

By Revathi Sivakumar

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Health

Biogen seeks approval of previously failed experimental Alzheimer's drug

Your gut bacteria is reducing, when 5,300-year-old Iceman Ötzi harbored it perfectly

Did you know that your neural activity determines how long you live?

New precise CRISPR tool to tackle diseases, develop gene therapies

Beware, blue light can speed up your aging, even if you aren't looking at it

American Indians prone to higher risk of irregular heartbeat, says study

Laughing gas new choice for women in labour pain; epidural still tops the list

Scientists grow human brain in lab. Is it ethically right to do so?

Mediterranean diet is beneficial for a healthy gut, study claims

DEET turns humans 'invisible' to fend off mosquitos, finds new study

Mother doesn't want to have a baby ever again after the nightmare that she went through

Study says fatty tissues clog lungs; increase asthma risk in obese people

Your personality as a teen may help identify chances of dementia later in life

Eye drops in clinical trial significantly improve vision loss

Mindfulness can reduce opioid yearnings, finds new study

Research Addressing the STEM Workforce Crisis Through Multilingual Education

Research Addressing the STEM Workforce Crisis Through Multilingual Education

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