INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
New research reveals genetic basis for blood pressure and hypertension tisk
A recent study delves into the genetic underpinnings of blood pressure regulation and the risk of developing hypertension. Researchers identified over 2,000 regions on the human genome, including more than 100 new ones, that influence blood pressure. Led by Queen Mary University of London, the international research analyzed data from over a million individuals.
Climate change endangering amphibian species around the world, 136 of 426 in India threatened: Study
Climate change is causing the deterioration of amphibian species globally, with India being particularly affected. A study found that out of the 426 species evaluated in India, 136 were threatened. Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka were identified as states with high amphibian diversity and significant threats. Climate change accounted for 39% of status deteriorations since 2004, followed by habitat loss.
New frog species found in Meghalaya cave
The team named the new species as Amolops siju after the cave from where this discovery was made and the description of the new species was published in the latest issue of the international research journal, Journal of Animal Diversity published from Iran-based Lorestan University.
IIT Guwahati researchers produce cardiac proteins to fix a damaged heart
The heart cells created using this toolbox can have the same function as the original heart cells and can be used to regenerate damaged heart tissues. Importantly, this toolbox can facilitate the generation of autologous heart cells in a lab.
Even a glass of alcohol is enough to cause several health scares: WHO
There's no such thing as a safe limit to alcohol consumption.
DSI adoption at COP15 can financially help protect biodiversity in India, say experts
Through the Nagoya Protocol, the UN Convention on Biological Diversity aims to distribute benefits arising from genetic resources between users who are corporate entities and providers who are indigenous communities and farmers conserving these resources in developing countries.
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New study claims Covid-19 lockdown increased ‘brain-age’ of many teenagers, stress may have been an additional trigger
Many young adults reported higher levels of stress and anxiety, claims report.
COVID-19 virus test results may vary based on time of day: Study
The test sensitivity of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, may vary based on the time of the day and the our body's biological clock, according to a study.
IIT Guwahati invents biodegradable low-cost composite wound dressing film
This material, based on the integration of a synthetic polymer, is non-toxic in nature and will create a moist environment that would enable the body to heal on its own through the endogenous enzymes, according to recent research.
US Health Secretary calls for 'transparent' 2nd phase of COVID-19 origins investigation
In a video message on Tuesday at the annual ministerial meeting of the WHO's World Health Assembly, Becerra called for a second phase of the investigation to be launched "with terms of reference that are transparent, science-based and give international experts the independence to fully assess the source of the virus and the early days of the outbreak."
Chinese study which claimed Covid originated in India withdrawn
Global Times said the study was first posted on SSRN.com, the preprint platform of the medical journal The Lancet, on November 17, but the article was withdrawn.
Coronavirus may have silently existed in China as early as last October: Study
According to the study on the evolution of the virus, published in the journal Frontiers in Medicine, infections may have followed a silent course during this early phase, spreading among the Wuhan'spopulation in a random way without showing epidemic signs.
Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand emerging as hotspots for pangolin trafficking in India, researchers warn
A recent study, published in the journal Cell, had placed pangolins as a natural reservoir of coronaviruses similar to SARS-CoV-2, the one behind the COVID-19 pandemic. Another recent study had identified the presence of SARS-CoV-2 like viruses in Malayan pangolins smuggled into China to be sold in wet markets.
Extinction Watch: This shark doesn’t need saltwater to survive
Unlike other members of this family, the eyes of the Ganges shark are tilted dorsally, instead of laterally or ventrally, indicating that it may swim along the river bed scanning the waters above for prey. Its sharp and slender teeth suggest that it is primarily a fi sh-eater. It is often confused with the bull shark, which is known to attack humans
No more jet lag: Scientists develop wearable technology that will help stabilise your internal clock
With the new technology it is now possible to efficiently use light to optimise and maintain human health.
Don't miss out on your morning cup of coffee: It can lower risk of liver cancer
The risk of hepatocellular carcinoma was low in people who drank mostly instant coffee.
Warming turning major sea turtle population female: Study
Warming temperatures are turning one of the world's largest sea turtle populations in Australia's Great Barrier Reef almost entirely female, running the risk that the colony may not sustain itself in coming decades, a study has found.
Languages create barrier in scientific knowledge transfer
London, Dec 30 (IANS) Despite the assumption that English is the lingua franca of global science, one-third of new conservation science documents published annually are in non-local languages and as a result some important scientific knowledge remains missing at the international level.
Maths can now tell us who is nice or nasty
It found that the behaviour of individuals can often evolve to be determined by a set of inherited genetic tendencies that predict relationships
Indian-American scientist Arnab De wins Springer Theses Award
An Indian-American scientist has received this prestigious award for his outstanding research on developing transgenic mice to study a critical tumor-suppressor.
Global vaccine fund could prevent outbreak if diseases like Ebola: Scientists
The team of physicians said the creation of a USD 2 billion global vaccine-development fund could prevent the future outbreak of many deadly diseases such as Ebola.
New species of songbirds evolving in Western Ghats: Study
Robin said they will soon propose at least two new species of shortwing and laughing thrust birds which have shown genetic diversity from their other cousins.
Black & blue or gold & white? Mystery of the dress solved
MIT scientists have cracked the science behind the dress that went viral on the internet after some saw it as black and blue and others as gold and white.
New maps offer a clearer view of global agriculture
A new global cropland map combines multiple satellite data sources, reconciled using crowd-sourced accuracy checks, to provide an improved record of total cropland extent and field size around the world.
India exported 1.5 million endangered fishes: Report
India exported more than 1.5 million threatened freshwater fishes in the last seven years affecting the future of the country's aquatic diversity.
Brain pacemaker to treat acute depression
Researchers have successfully implanted pacemaker electrodes into the brains of patients suffering from major depression.
Indian birds under threat from climate change: Study
Climate change is threatening the survival of a number of Asian bird species, including those in India, a new study warns.
Birds affected by climate change, says international study
Researchers from UK based BirdLife International and Durham University haenv impact of climate change on birds in Asia, including India .
Rio+20: What transpired in the summit, and what it means for companies & citizens
After 20 years of more words than action, when the world assembled there again, not much had changed. Many words were exchanged, but not enough action charted.
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