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HISTORY OF MEDICINE
Around 1772, a German-Swedish pharmaceutical chemist discovered oxygen and identified it as 'fire air' but failed to report it in time: How Carl Wilhelm Scheele discovery made a difference?- In 1940, scientists had no fermentation tanks, so penicillin was grown in hundreds of ceramic vessels modeled on hospital bedpans; the improvised system helped turn Fleming’s discovery into a mass-produced medicine
- In 1836, a pangolin from Nepal entered a London museum collection. 190 years later, scientists sequenced its preserved DNA and confirmed Manis aurita as a distinct species, giving conservationists a new tool against poaching
- Quote of the Day by Charlemagne: “Herbs are the friend of the physician and the pride of… – Inspiring lessons on health, cooking, natural ingredients, tradition and why the simplest ingredients can make the greatest difference by the Former Holy Roman emperor known for his deep insights on food, wellness and natureQuote of the Day by Charlemagne: Charlemagne’s quote, “Herbs are the friend of the physician and the pride of cooks,” highlights the valuab...19 Aug, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
- Cardiologists share new guidelines on how to manage cholesterolUS cardiologists issue new guidelines for managing cholesterol. The updated US guidelines urge earlier identification and treatment of unhe...18 Aug, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
- In 1616, an English physician proposed a revolutionary theory and explained blood circulatory system instrumental in the success of the several surgeries and procedures and triggering the advancement of the medical field: How William Harvey's efforts saved several lives?In 1616, English physician William Harvey proposed a theory that blood moves through the body in a continuous circuit through arteries and ...18 Aug, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
- Indonesia quake leaves 12,800 displaced as survivors camp outdoors and wait for aidThousands displaced by a powerful earthquake in eastern Indonesia await much-needed aid. Many residents slept outside for a second night, f...17 Aug, 2026, 08.42 AM IST
- In 1899, Harvard graduate James Dole came to Hawaii to grow coffee, but his failed plan B turned him into the “Pineapple King” and built a pineapple empire that became famous worldwideJames Dole arrived in Hawaii in 1899 hoping to grow coffee but his coffee venture failed, pushing him towards pineapples instead. Dole esta...16 Aug, 2026, 10.08 PM IST
- Chewing gum, high heels and soft-drink stains: Why Athens’ iconic marble Olympic stadium is getting its first deep clean in more than a centuryChewing gum, high heels and soft-drink stains have become unlikely culprits behind the grime covering Athens’ iconic Panathenaic Stadium. T...16 Aug, 2026, 09.37 PM IST
- 17-year-old Pennsylvania student Connor Hill wins $250,000 after computer algorithm solves decades-old geometry puzzle, identifying exactly 146 rare 3D shapesConnor Hill, a 17-year-old from Pennsylvania, has won the top $250,000 prize at the 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search after using a cust...16 Aug, 2026, 08.16 PM IST
- Bernie Marcus was fired from his job in 1978, then built Home Depot and an $11 billion fortune — now his foundation is putting nearly $30 million into heart research, reviving his early dream of medicineBernie Marcus was fired from Handy Dan in 1978, a setback that helped push him toward cofounding Home Depot and building an $11 billion for...16 Aug, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
- Independence Day 2026: The Kolkata chemist who sold foreign medicines, backed Swadeshi and built a pharma empireIndependence Day 2026: Butto Kristo Paul & Co. started as a modest establishment focused on importing foreign medicines. Over time, it blos...15 Aug, 2026, 10.06 PM IST
- In 1847, a Scottish obstetrician showed the world the use of a vital medicine while helping women during childbirth and making surgeries safe and painless, changing the course of medical science foreverIn 1847, a Scottish obstetrician showed the world the use of chloroform as an anaesthetic during childbirth and surgery. Sir James Young Si...13 Aug, 2026, 02.46 AM IST
- Amid Air India pilot marijuana row, singer Kunal Ganjawala reveals how his forefathers started weed cultivation for medicinal purposes during British ruleKunal Ganjawala, the well-known singer, has shed light on the interesting legacy behind his surname, which relates to his family's historic...12 Aug, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Sigmund Freud: 'The virtuous man contents himself with dreaming that which the wicked man does...' - Life lesson from the founder of psychoanalysis on the conflict between morality and desireQuote of the day by Sigmund Freud: As the pioneer of psychoanalysis, Sigmund Freud revolutionized our grasp of the complexities of the huma...12 Aug, 2026, 11.42 AM IST
- Wednesday Motivation by Arthur Conan Doyle: 'What you do in this world is a matter of no consequence. The question is what can you make people...' - The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes author's life lesson on the power of perceptionArthur Conan Doyle brilliantly illustrates the significance of perception, suggesting it often outweighs the actual actions taken. His icon...12 Aug, 2026, 08.40 AM IST
- Parliamentary panel recommends mandatory kidney tests for all aged 20 yrs and above every 6 monthsA parliamentary committee proposes mandatory kidney function tests for adults aged twenty and above. High-risk individuals will undergo ann...11 Aug, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
- Independence Day 2026: India, which once couldn't make smallpox vaccine, has now crossed a pharma milestone the world can't ignore2026 Independence Day: India's pharmaceutical industry marks a historic milestone with a new drug approval. This achievement reflects decad...10 Aug, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
- In 1897, a German chemist while trying to ease his father’s rheumatic pains accidently developed a drug still widely used as an over-the-counter medication around the world: How did Felix Hoffmann invented Aspirin?In 1897, a German chemist while trying to ease his father’s rheumatic pains accidentally developed a drug still widely used as an over-the-...09 Aug, 2026, 01.05 AM IST
- Type 2 diabetes medicine widely used since 1922 may affect blood sugar patient's brain, claims recent studyMetformin may have been part of diabetes medicine for generations, but scientists are still uncovering new chapters in its story. The possi...03 Aug, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
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