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Snoring is in your genes, says a new Study

Brisbane [Australia], Feb 15 (ANI): A new study by QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute has identified 173 genes linked to snoring and confirmed overweight, middle-aged men who smoke are the most likely to have the sleep condition.

2020-02-15T00:23:43.984641+00:00 IST

Connecting with people on networks can increase awareness among smokers: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 9 (ANI): According to a recent study, the awareness among smokers about the ill effects of their habit can be made more accurate if they are given the opportunity to discuss their ideas and experiences with other people, who can either be smokers or non-smokers.

2020-02-09T16:39:46.200699+00:00 IST

Smokers who kicked habit recently more likely to go for e-cigarettes: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 8 (ANI): Smokers, who kicked the habit within the last five years, are more likely to switch to vaping as against the one who quitted a decade or more ago.

2020-02-08T17:04:43.234168+00:00 IST

Men and women have equal spatial cognition skills

Ireland [UK], Jan 27 (ANI): According to a recent study report, researchers found that there is no male advantage in mental rotation abilities associated with spatial cognition competences, so men and women perform the task differently but achieve the same result.

2020-01-27T18:07:52.146774+00:00 IST

Sustained exposure to chickenpox reduces risk of shingles in adults

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 26 (ANI): Sustained exposure to children with chickenpox (varicella) reduces the risk for adults to develop shingles (herpes zoster) by up to 30 per cent over a 20-year period, says a study.

2020-01-26T14:46:17.057706+00:00 IST

Cyberbullying linked with trauma, depression

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 26 (ANI): A new study led by researchers found that children who had been exposed to cyberbullying had significantly greater severity of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) than those who had not been subjected to the same.

2020-01-26T10:22:42.621296+00:00 IST

Consumption of Cannabis more common in Adults with pain

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 22 (ANI): A new study has revealed that non-medical use of cannabis including frequent or problematic use is significantly more common in adults with pain than on those without pain.

2020-01-22T12:19:55.835181+00:00 IST

About 9 out of 10 parents say teens spend too much time on gaming

Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 20 (ANI): A University of Michigan research has found that 86 per cent of parents agree to children spending too much time on gaming.

2020-01-20T16:04:52.952536+00:00 IST

Increase in minimum wage can avert suicides, recent study states

Washington D.C [USA], Jan 10 (ANI): Even a dollar can save lives. A new study suggests that increasing salaries even by one dollar can help reduce suicide rates in the United States.

2020-01-10T09:49:14.434370+00:00 IST

More kids ending up in emergency rooms due to pain killer poisoning: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 29 (ANI): Emergency room admission cases among children due to poisoning by strong painkillers have considerably gone up in the USA as revealed by a study.

2019-12-29T09:55:56.136488+00:00 IST

Tide over holiday stress with four effective steps!

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec 28 (ANI): Going by common perception, holidays exist for the very purpose of relaxation after the back to back and tedious working days. However, what current research reveals is quite contrary to this belief.

2019-12-28T13:50:46.208814+00:00 IST

President Kovind launches endowment fund for IIT Delhi

New Delhi [India], Oct 31 (ANI): President Ram Nath Kovind launched endowment fund of Indian Institute Technology (IIT) Delhi at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

2019-10-31T18:29:31.800122+00:00 IST

Osteoarthritis may elevate risk of social isolation in adults: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 20 (ANI): Osteoarthritis, a disease that occurs when the body loses too much bone or makes too little bone, not only affects an adult's health and well-being but can also heighten their risk of social isolation, suggests a study.

2019-10-20T18:14:37.663953+00:00 IST

Rote learning must be discouraged-AICTE Chairman

New Delhi [India], May 2 (ANI): "Integrity is the pillar of excellence in academia and research", echoed eminent leaders from higher education and research institutions, at the country's first 'Academic and Research Integrity Conclave 2018', which the Capital hosted, today.

2018-05-03T05:40:17.987802+00:00 IST

India's education sector must embrace innovations, disruptions in technology

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], Feb.10 (ANI): An Australian academic has said that the education sector in India must embrace innovations, disruptions in technology, and in a sense, reinvent itself to be relevant and attractive globally.

2018-02-10T12:36:34.125574+00:00 IST

Varsities should focus on digital advancements-Experts

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], Feb.10 (ANI): Indian students have been invited to pursue higher education from universities in the United Kingdom, but with a proviso that if they have to make a difference to or in their lives, they need to do everything with passion and dedication to ensure success in the long run.

2018-02-10T12:04:40.155224+00:00 IST

7 Days Challenge on Sustainability begins in Delhi-NCR

New Delhi [India], January 16 (ANI): Eat, Move and Live - The 7 Days Challenge which takes place from January 17 to 23 in the Delhi NCR region, is being organised by the Embassy of Sweden in partnership with TERI School of Advanced Studies and Eco-Club initiative of Department of Environment, Government of NCT of Delhi.

2018-01-16T14:34:35.009980+00:00 IST

Calcium, vitamin D supplements may not lower fracture risk in elderly

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec. 27 (ANI): Myth busted! A study has recently found that taking calcium, vitamin D supplements or both may not protect against hip fracture and other bone breaks in the elderly.

2017-12-27T04:36:16.072694+00:00 IST

Group singing, socialising boost mental health

Washington D.C. [USA], Dec. 22 (ANI): Singing in a group can boost mental health conditions, making them feel valued and also increase their confidence, suggest a recent study.

2017-12-22T11:39:54.434938+00:00 IST

Manipur hosts 1st Cherry Blossom Festival

Imphal (Manipur) [India], Nov 27 (ANI): For the first time, Kayinu Village, Mao Gate, situated 110 km away from Imphal, organised the Cherry Blossom cum 3rd Flower Festival.

2017-11-27T01:49:56.896587+00:00 IST

Can marine bacteria produce greenhouse gas?

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 4 (ANI): Scientists have discovered that a 'rare' type of marine bacteria, which possess a remarkable metabolism, can contribute to greenhouse gas production.

2017-11-04T07:08:29.631219+00:00 IST