Science & Health

Novel stroke treatment repairs damaged brain tissue, says study

The treatment called AB126 was developed using extracellular vesicles (EV), which are fluid-filled structures known as exosomes.

Feb 18, 2018

By IANS

Dirty medical tools could spread proteins linked to Alzheimer's disease

A new study has hinted that a particular brain protein thought to cause Alzheimer's disease could be passed to patients through contaminated surgical tools

Feb 18, 2018

By Nirmal Narayanan

Scientists create human-sheep hybrid, may revolutionize future organ transplants

In a major breakthrough, researchers at the Stanford University have successfully grown sheep embryos containing human cells

Feb 18, 2018

By Nirmal Narayanan

Hypertension drug could prevent the onset of Type 1 diabetes, study says

A study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation has revealed that a common drug used to treat hypertension is capable of preventing the onset of type 1 diabetes

Feb 18, 2018

By Nirmal Narayanan

Diabetes

Yogurt may reduce the risk of heart attacks, says study

A joint study by researchers at the Boston University and Harvard has revealed that regular intake of yogurt will drastically reduce the risks of cardiovascular disorders

Feb 18, 2018

By Nirmal Narayanan

13 million years old baby ape skull provides vital clues about human evolution

Are ancient Peruvians with long skulls aliens? No, they were self-made, says study

Many conspiracy theorists believed that aliens have once lived in Peru, while some other claimed that these skulls are that of human-alien hybrids. But anthropologists have come out with a unique explanation.

Feb 18, 2018

By Nirmal Narayanan

Kepler Space Telescope discovers nearly 100 new exoplanets

K2 searches for exoplanet transits by registering dips in light caused by the shadow of an exoplanet as it crosses in front of its host star.

Feb 17, 2018

By Bhaswati Guha Majumder

Nasa

6 lions, 74 vultures poisoned to death in Tanzania

An investigation launched by the government has been able to arrest one suspect, with samples of the poisoned lions and vultures taken to the Chief Government Chemist Laboratory.

Feb 17, 2018

By IANS

Fluctuation in female hormones may cause asthma, claims study

The researchers have associated the onset of menopause with a higher chance of having asthma compared with pre-menopause.

Feb 17, 2018

By Staff Reporter

Study says household cleaning products may harm lung function in women

Researchers say that asthma was more prevalent in women who cleaned at home or at work compared to those who did not clean.

Feb 17, 2018

By Staff Reporter

Singapore minister Gan Kim Yong to chair WHO commission on non-communicable diseases

Gan Kim Yong said he will share Singapore's experience with NCD, exchange views with the global counterparts and contribute to the work of the commission.

Feb 17, 2018

By Bhaswati Guha Majumder

Diabetes

Will humans freak out upon discovery of alien life?

During the research, the team led by Varnum surveyed over 500 people and asked them how humanity would react if an announcement of alien microbes is made.

Feb 17, 2018

By Nirmal Narayanan

Alien

Transgender woman breastfeeds baby after induced lactation treatment

A transgender woman from the US has become the first to officially breastfeed a baby after an experimental induced lactation treatment which was carried out for three months.

Feb 17, 2018

By Nirmal Narayanan

MexicoFallen merchandise is seen on the floor of a shop after an earthquake in Oaxaca

Strong 7.2-magnitude quake jolts Mexico; buildings damaged [PHOTOS]

Emergency authorities in the Oaxaca reported "only material damage and no loss of human life" during the earthquake on Friday night, reports CNN.

Feb 17, 2018

By Bikash Rai

Copper-coated uniforms may cut infection outbreak at hospitals

Cotton and polyester coated-copper fabrics showed excellent antibacterial resistance against Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Escherichia coli (E. coli).

Feb 16, 2018

By IANS

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Science & Health

Novel stroke treatment repairs damaged brain tissue, says study

Dirty medical tools could spread proteins linked to Alzheimer's disease

Scientists create human-sheep hybrid, may revolutionize future organ transplants

Hypertension drug could prevent the onset of Type 1 diabetes, study says

Yogurt may reduce the risk of heart attacks, says study

Are ancient Peruvians with long skulls aliens? No, they were self-made, says study

Kepler Space Telescope discovers nearly 100 new exoplanets

6 lions, 74 vultures poisoned to death in Tanzania

Fluctuation in female hormones may cause asthma, claims study

Study says household cleaning products may harm lung function in women

Singapore minister Gan Kim Yong to chair WHO commission on non-communicable diseases

Will humans freak out upon discovery of alien life?

Transgender woman breastfeeds baby after induced lactation treatment

Strong 7.2-magnitude quake jolts Mexico; buildings damaged [PHOTOS]

Copper-coated uniforms may cut infection outbreak at hospitals

Yacht Sinks After Being Rammed by Orcas in the Strait of Gibraltar, Again

Yacht Sinks After Being Rammed by Orcas in the Strait of Gibraltar, Again

Climate Change Study: Record-Breaking Heatwave Last Month Caused by Humans, Repercussions Numerous

Climate Change Study: Record-Breaking Heatwave Last Month Caused by Humans, Repercussions Numerous