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