Science & Health

Chef Dies of Blastomycosis

What Is Blastomycosis? The Fungal Infection That Created 'Swiss Cheese' Like Holes and Claimed the Life of a Young Chef

A 29-year-old US chef, Ian Pritchard, died from blastomycosis, a rare fungal disease that ravaged his lungs, likened to "Swiss cheese." Despite efforts, he succumbed last week, leaving a grieving family supported by a GoFundMe page. Blastomycosis, contracted through inhaling fungus spores, can be fatal, particularly for those with weakened immune systems.
Feb 10, 2024
By Anshul Panda
CJPL-II

China Inaugurates World's Deepest Laboratory CJPL-II ,78000 Beneath a Mountain in Pursuit of Dark Matter"

China unveils world's deepest underground lab, CJPL-II, at 7,874 feet, dedicated to unlocking dark matter's secrets. Shielded from cosmic radiation, it marks a significant leap in understanding the elusive substance, constituting 95% of the universe. The facility's innovative measures, including concrete and rubber lining, demonstrate a meticulous approach in the quest for groundbreaking discoveries in dark matter physics.
Jan 26, 2024
By Anshul Panda
BLOGS AND FEATURES
Blood Moon 2022

Lantern Festival to Glow Brighter as Rare 'Blood Moon' Eclipse Dazzles Singapore, Taiwan Skies

By Samhati Bhattacharjya