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- 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
- The tea bag trick for smelly shoes: How to freshen footwear with something simple already in your kitchenTea bags can help absorb moisture and reduce mild shoe odors effectively. Black tea contains tannins which possess natural antibacterial pr...12 Aug, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
- Applying coconut oil to a stuck zipper: Why it can help, and how a thin film lets the teeth move againA common kitchen item, coconut oil, can effectively fix stubborn jacket zippers. Its fatty acid composition allows it to melt easily and cr...11 Aug, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
- No cement, only mud: Bengaluru IT engineer’s sustainable home is inspired by the 5 elements of nature. His house blends modernism with mindfulnessIT engineer Raghava Rao Bellamkond built a sustainable home named Panchatathva in Bengaluru. This residence blends modern design with rural...05 Aug, 2026, 05.40 PM IST
- Why people line cutlery drawers with aluminium foil: Does it really help keep utensils clean and protect against scratches?Aluminium foil in cutlery drawer: Lining cutlery drawers with aluminium foil helps reduce silver utensil tarnish. This practice also makes ...29 Jul, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
- 'Honey helps wounds, burns to heal faster': Study finds that it has anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory propertiesHoney Wound Healing Properties: Honey has healed wounds since ancient Egypt. Studies now confirm its anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory p...27 Jul, 2026, 04.39 PM IST
- In 1928, Alexander Fleming returned from vacation and accidentally discovered penicillin, the medical breakthrough that became the world's most widely used antibioticSir Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin accidentally in 1928 after returning from vacation. Howard Florey and Ernst Chain later develop...23 Jul, 2026, 04.59 PM IST
- India has had a natural, chemical free answer to body odour for thousands of years. It can also cure bad breathe!While Indians splurge a lot on perfumes to battle bad odour and sweat during the stifling summer, India already have a natural anti perspir...18 Jul, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
- Popular small-screen actress left TV. Today, she is earning more than Rs 2 crore per month. Who is Neha Marda?Neha Marda, who is best known for playing the headstrong Gehna, in the hit TV show Balika Vadhu, is today a successful entrepreneur with a ...18 Jul, 2026, 12.31 AM IST
- How to make your shower smell fresh without air freshenersMusty bathroom smells often originate from showerhead bacterial biofilms. Controlling moisture and cleaning buildup are key to a truly fres...17 Jul, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
- Why people recommend putting orange peels in the toilet once a week, but only for 20 minutesA viral TikTok hack suggests using orange peels to freshen toilets, and science backs it up. The peels contain limonene, a natural compound...04 Jul, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
- A new nanotech breakthrough could help heal dangerous wounds antibiotics can’t treatScientists are using nanomaterials to heal stubborn wounds that resist antibiotic treatment through a new era of smart wound care. These li...18 Jun, 2026, 09.38 PM IST
- Indian pharma Wockhardt seeks US approval for new drug to treat UTIsWockhardt has submitted a New Drug Application to the USFDA for its novel antibacterial agent, Zidebactam-Cefepime injection. This drug tar...01 Oct, 2025, 01.46 PM IST
- IIT Roorkee researchers find antibiotic against multi-drug resistant bacteriaIn a new study published in the journal, ‘Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy’, IIT Roorkee researchers screened a library of 11,000 comp...16 Jan, 2020, 02.51 PM IST
- Cut down use of mouthwash: It could negate benefits of exercise, trigger high BPThe blood pressure-lowering effect of exercise is significantly reduced when people rinse their mouths with antibacterial mouthwash .07 Sep, 2019, 09.27 AM IST
- This type of onion can help fight drug-resistant tuberculosisWhen a patient has a bacterial TB infection, they may be prescribed an antibiotic.24 Jan, 2018, 09.28 PM IST
- Myth buster: Antibacterial soap no better at killing germs than plain soapIf you think that using antibacterial soaps for hand-washing is keeping your family safe, think again!17 Sep, 2015, 06.52 PM IST
- Date syrup can fight bacterial infectionsDate syrup is able to inhibit the growth of bacteria and is increasingly used in dressings to improve wound repair.31 Mar, 2015, 05.28 PM IST
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