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Study sheds light on link between gene readouts, mental disorders
Updated : 4 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington [US], February 13 (ANI): A new study suggested that the distinctions in the expression of gene transcripts that construct the cells of the human body might prove helpful in understanding how mental issues with shared hereditary danger factors bring about various examples of onset,
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Study sheds light on potential drug target for HIV
Updated : 4 years, 8 months ago IST
Texas [US], February 13 (ANI): A team of researchers discovered that a human protein named SAMHD1 recognises a unique molecular pattern in nucleic acids. This pattern, called 'phosphorothioate', may act as a signal for action to the human body defense system and henceforth could be a step f
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Study: High blood pressure may cause atrial fibrillation
Updated : 4 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington [US], February 13 (ANI): A study published in the 'European Journal of Preventive Cardiology' found that high blood pressure or hypertension can cause atrial fibrillation and is the most important factor associated with heart rhythm disorder.
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Researchers propose that humidity from masks may lessen severity of COVID-
Updated : 4 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington [US], February 13 (ANI): Did you know that the humidity created inside masks may help in combating respiratory diseases such as COVID-19? According to a team of researchers, this is yet another benefit of wearing masks regularly.
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Study reveals green tea compound aids tumour-suppressing, DNA-repairing pr
Updated : 4 years, 8 months ago IST
New York [US], February 13 (ANI): An antioxidant found in green tea may increase levels of p53, a natural anti-cancer protein, known as the 'guardian of the genome' for its ability to repair DNA damage or destroy cancerous cells.
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Study: Anti-clotting therapy may prevent death in COVID-19 patients
Updated : 4 years, 8 months ago IST
London [UK], February 13 (ANI): A clinical study circulated by the British Medical Journal (BMJ) claims strong evidence that prompt preventive blood-thinning drugs may reduce the risk of death in COVID-19 patients.
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Scientists drive detailed study into how cancer cells spread
Updated : 4 years, 8 months ago IST
Tokyo [Japan], February 13 (ANI): With the help of the mouse model, scientists of Kanazawa University drove a detailed study to explain how the cells which are known to aid with the spread and progression of cancer commute in the body.
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Code for cellular communication now broken by researchers
Updated : 4 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington [US], February 12 (ANI): A research team led by researchers at the University of Gothenburg has used a unique combination of methods to map the mechanism behind cellular communication. Knowledge of how cells communicate is an important key to understanding many biological systems
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Harmless gut bacteria can evolve to cause life-threatening infection
Updated : 4 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington [US], February 12 (ANI): During recent research, an international team of scientists has determined how harmless E. coli gut bacteria in chickens can easily pick up the genes needed in order to evolve and cause a life-threatening infection.
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Delhi HC asks Delhi Police to file status report over AIIMS shelter home m
Updated : 4 years, 8 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], February 12 (ANI): The Delhi High Court has asked the Delhi Police to file a status report on a social activist's allegation of misbehaviour and pushing by a caretaker of a shelter home at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS).
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How Indian families are benefiting from St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship
Updated : 4 years, 8 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], February 12 (ANI/Mediawire): There has been a marked increase in Indian families applying for second citizenship in the Caribbean island of St Kitts and Nevis. With a stable economy, safe environment and high education standards, it is fast becoming the country of choice f
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Study: Tiny population of neurons may have big role in depression
Updated : 4 years, 8 months ago IST
Augusta (Georgia) [US], February 12 (ANI): Scientists from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University claim that a tiny population of neurons known to be important to appetite appear to also have a significant role in depression that results from unpredictable, chronic stress.
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