Tuberculosis is a perplexing disease. It is the largest cause of mortality from infectious disease worldwide, however, it is believed that such deaths account for just around 5 per cent of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) infections. Antibiotics can be credited with saving the lives of some
A novel gene has been linked by researchers in Berlin and Dusseldorf to the development of Huntington's disease in a brain organoid model. Earlier than previously believed, the gene may play a role in brain disorders.
A group of scientists at the CUNY Graduate Centre has generated a genetic analysis of the bacteria causing Lyme disease, which could lead to better identification, management, and prevention of the illness spread by ticks.
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 9: LifeCell, India's pioneering stem cell bank and a leader in diagnostics, genetic testing, and pre-conception care, is poised to disrupt the world of mother-baby skincare with the launch of AreoVeda. With this, the brand has unveiled a product range,
Mohali (Punjab) [India], August 2: To prevent excessive illegal extraction and smuggling of the endangered medicinal herb -- Nag Chhatri (Trillium govanianum) to quench the never-ending thirst of the pharmaceutical industry, a Chandigarh University researcher, as part of a joint study, has d
Supreme Court on Tuesday directed the Centre to evolve a National Policy with regard to GM crops in the realm of research, cultivation, trade and commerce in the country, but split on the issue of granting conditional approval for environmental release of DMH-11.
Most rare diseases are caused by genetics. A molecular genetic diagnosis can be made more quickly and readily by identifying the underlying genetic change, for instance by exome sequencing (ES). The analysis of every region of our DNA that codes for a protein is known as ES.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 22: Fragile X Society India a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering families impacted by Fragile X Syndrome, a genetic disorder affecting a child's development participates in World Fragile X Awareness Day, a global initiative that takes place eve
Scientists have uncovered over 5,000 genetic variations that allow some malignancies to grow, as well as a possible therapeutic target for treating or even preventing these cancers from arising.
New Delhi [India], July 3: Vieroots, a Kerala-based startup which is revolutionising the Health and Wellness ecosystem through its innovative Biohacking science is going to open its touch points across India. The first Biohack centre will be launched soon in Kochi. The centre has been set up
Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], June 20: Breast cancer remains one of the most prevalent cancers worldwide, affecting millions of women annually, and although less common, it can also occur in men. Dr Mahesh Bandemegal, a senior surgical oncologist with extensive experience in breast oncoplas