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Israeli scientists identify molecule preventing dental cavities
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
A team of Israeli-led researchers have identified a naturally occurring molecule that reduces the biofilm which produces plaque and causes cavities. The molecule could be added to toothpastes and mouthwashes, the researchers said.
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Research reveals climate change will increase impact of volcanic eruptions
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Since Pompeii was destroyed in 79 AD, volcanic disasters have been investigated, giving the public the impression that scientists now know why, where, when, and how long volcanoes will erupt. These fundamental issues, according to volcanologist and head of PSU's Digital City Testbed Centre J
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Study finds how cat's nose knows what it's smelling
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Scientists have discovered the key to felines' ability to detect food, friends, and foes. This research was published in PLoS Computational Biology.
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Study finds how DNA can fold into complex shapes to execute new functions
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In a study by scientists at Weill Cornell Medicine and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, a division of the National Institutes of Health, DNA was found to fold into complex, three-dimensional structures and replicate the functions of proteins.
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Monsoon active in India, in advanced stage: IMD
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
"Monsoon is in its advanced stage and is active. We can see clouds over Kokan, Goa, Central India, as well as Northeastern states," according to IMD senior scientist who has predicted heavy rainfall (more than 12 cm) in Madhya Pradesh over the next two days.
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Deaf mice have normal inner ear function until ear canal opens: Study
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According to scientists, mice with a hereditary form of deafness have nearly normal neural activity in the auditory system for the first two weeks of life. Previous research suggests that this early auditory activity, prior to the onset of hearing, serves as a kind of training for the brain
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Monsoon impacts almost entire country; IMD issues orange, yellow alert
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
While speaking to ANI, IMD scientist Soma Sen said," The monsoon is active currently with its rapid advancement in the last 4-5 days. Leaving some parts of northwest India, the monsoon has impacted almost the entire country. Entire Gujarat and south-east Rajasthan have been covered by the
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'Ageing' immune cell levels may predict how well we respond to vaccines: R
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Cambridge scientists have discovered a blood pattern that could help predict how well an individual will respond to immunisations. The study, which was published in Nature Communications, could explain why, even within susceptible patient groups, some people respond better to immunisations t
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Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam inspiration Award for The Young Genomic Scientist g
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New Delhi [India], June 27: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam inspiration Award for Young Genomic Scientist has been given to Dr. C.P. Aseeb. The award ceremony took place at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, where Olympic boxer and Member of Parliament Mary Kom awarded him the prestigious honor and recognit
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Himachal Pradesh to receive more rain for next 5 days, IMD predicts
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
"There is a possibility of rain for the next 5 days. Heavy rain alert continues at some places of the state," said Sandeep Kumar Sharma, IMD scientist, Shimla.
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Popular steroids may mess up with several cancer therapies: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Immunotherapy is a relatively new and successful cancer treatment. It causes the immune system to identify tumours as invaders and attack them. Immunotherapy, however, does not benefit all patients. Why? Scientists aren't always certain. Sometimes, immunotherapy patients experience side eff
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Study reveals how popular steroids might mess up some cancer treatments
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Immunotherapy is one of the most recent and effective cancer treatments. It causes the immune system to identify tumours as intruders in the body and attack them. However, not all patients benefit from immunotherapy. Why? Scientists are not always sure.
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