Science & Health

Ageing muscles, its defects may soon be thing of past; promising rejuvenating technique discovered [read now]

Researchers have demonstrated that molecules known as extracellular vesicles (EVs) carry genetic instructions (mRNA) for the vitality of an anti-aging protein called α-Klotho (Klotho) to muscle cells.

Dec 10, 2021

Dr. Ayesha Verrall, Associate Minister of Health, New Zealand

Born after 2008? New Zealand bans sale of tobacco products to the next generation

New Zealand plans to raise the legal smoking age by 1 year every year, effectively banning the sale of tobacco to people born after 2008.

Dec 9, 2021

Crucial Differences in Tumor Characteristics Among Younger, Older Cancer Patients; May Transform Future Treatments [Details]

According to a new study by researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine, tumors in younger individuals exhibit dysregulated and advanced signs of aging.

Dec 8, 2021

Yutu-2 of Chang'e 4 mission continues exploration

Mystery house on moon: Chinese robotic rover spots cube-shaped object; netizens start guessing [details]

While the rover will spend the next 2-3 lunar days getting closer to the object, the possibilities of it being an obelisk or alien have been ruled out.

Dec 6, 2021

Official roll out of Covid Vaccine for kids still awaited [Timeline]

The Subject Expert Committee (SEC) had given a recommendation for the emergency use of Bharat Biotech's Covaxin for chldren and adolescents aged between 2 and 18 years on October 12, 2021

Dec 6, 2021

Mask up: COVID infection risk drops dramatically with well-fitting medical masks [details]

If both wear well-fitting medical masks, the virus is likely to be transmitted within 20 minutes with a maximum probability of ten per cent.

Dec 5, 2021

3rd Omicron case confirmed in Gujarat, the 72-year-old had returned from Zimbabwe; 5 states on high alert so far

Despite overall decrease in total number of cases in India, certain districts in the nation have recorded a worrying spike, making the Centre issue strict guidelines and enhanced surveillance of foreign arrivals

Dec 4, 2021

Bengaluru on high alert as test reports likely to reveal Omicron presence and spread in city

10 Omicron suspects admitted in Delhi hospital; Genome sequencing reports awaited [Timeline]

It was only on November 25 that the new variant was first reported to the WHO from South Africa. Less than ten days later, it has spread in more than 20 countries

Dec 3, 2021

Why Does Cannabis Have 'Skunk-like' Odour; Compounds Behind Characteristic Smell Discovered [Details]

According to a new study, a family of chemicals known as prenylated volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs) gives cannabis its 'skunky' scent.

Dec 1, 2021

Severe Covid increases risk of death in following year, says new study

A study showed that a previously undocumented risk of fatality for Covid-19 patients who are hospitalized with severe coronavirus infection earlier

Dec 1, 2021

Mystery behind high abundance of Lithium in some evolved stars traced

Bengaluru scientists find reason behind mystery of high abundance of Lithium in some stars

The reason behind the high abundance of Lithium in some stars has remained a puzzle since the models of how stars evolve predict the Lithium must have been destroyed in the hot plasma of the star.

Dec 1, 2021

Possibility of thunder lightning today in Delhi-NCR: IMD

According to (IMD) India Meteorological Department, there is a possibility of thunder and lightning in Delhi-NCR and partly cloudy sky on Wednesday in Delhi.The air quality is likely to remain in the 'Very Poor' category. PM2.5 to be the predominant pollutant.

Dec 1, 2021

COVID-19 During Pregnancy Does Not Affect Development of Unborn Baby's Brain; No Signs of Damage Found [Study]

According to a new study, developing fetuses of mothers suffering from mild to moderate COVID-19 did not exhibit any signs of brain damage or infection.

Nov 30, 2021

Prez Biden urges calm over Omicron COVID-19 variant; promises efforts for modified vaccines [details]

President Biden states that he is working with vaccine manufacturers to modify vaccines and booster shots.The vaccines remain free and are authorised for people aged five and above in the US. Boosters are available for all adults who are 18 years and older.

Nov 30, 2021

New deep learning method adds 301 planets to Kepler's total count; none like Earth [read now]

Scientists have added a whopping 301 newly confirmed exoplanets to the total exoplanet tally. None of the newly confirmed planets are believed to be Earth-like or in the habitable zone of their parent stars.

Nov 30, 2021

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Science & Health

Ageing muscles, its defects may soon be thing of past; promising rejuvenating technique discovered [read now]

Born after 2008? New Zealand bans sale of tobacco products to the next generation

Crucial Differences in Tumor Characteristics Among Younger, Older Cancer Patients; May Transform Future Treatments [Details]

Mystery house on moon: Chinese robotic rover spots cube-shaped object; netizens start guessing [details]

Official roll out of Covid Vaccine for kids still awaited [Timeline]

Mask up: COVID infection risk drops dramatically with well-fitting medical masks [details]

3rd Omicron case confirmed in Gujarat, the 72-year-old had returned from Zimbabwe; 5 states on high alert so far

10 Omicron suspects admitted in Delhi hospital; Genome sequencing reports awaited [Timeline]

Why Does Cannabis Have 'Skunk-like' Odour; Compounds Behind Characteristic Smell Discovered [Details]

Severe Covid increases risk of death in following year, says new study

Bengaluru scientists find reason behind mystery of high abundance of Lithium in some stars

Possibility of thunder lightning today in Delhi-NCR: IMD

COVID-19 During Pregnancy Does Not Affect Development of Unborn Baby's Brain; No Signs of Damage Found [Study]

Prez Biden urges calm over Omicron COVID-19 variant; promises efforts for modified vaccines [details]

New deep learning method adds 301 planets to Kepler's total count; none like Earth [read now]

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]