Parkinson's disease may progress quietly for many years before getting diagnosed, says new studyParkinson's may progress insidiously for many years before diagnosis, according to a study by the University of Montreal. The investigation...
19 Jul, 2023, 07.21 PM IST
Soyabean futures fall on rumours about soyameal importsThe soyabean September contract hit the lower circuit on Tuesday morning, with trade closing at Rs 7,618/quintal as the market believes tha...
11 Aug, 2021, 10.19 AM IST
New COVID-19 testing method gives results in one second, scientists sayThis can greatly reduce the cost of testing, the researchers said. The technology can not only detect COVID-19 but can also be applied to o...
20 May, 2021, 04.43 PM IST
Researchers develop novel "smart" proteins programmed to turn genes on and offResearchers have created artificial proteins that can control the activity of genes and other molecules in living cells in predetermined wa...
05 Apr, 2020, 12.03 PM IST
Leander prepares for one last roar, to retire in 2020Indian tennis icon Leander Paes announced retirement from his illustrious career in 2020 due to a lean patch for some time. Paes has 18 cov...
25 Dec, 2019, 09.24 PM IST
Tune differences between bird species linked to genes: StudyThe researchers, including those from Hokkaido University in Japan, said species-specific songs by birds were dependent on differences in t...
14 Nov, 2019, 10.45 AM IST
Drinking too much lately? Watch out for its effect on your memoriesThey may change how memories are formed at the fundamental, molecular level.
26 Oct, 2018, 07.45 PM IST
- Scientists make DNA into electric circuit
Washington, Feb 27 (IANS) A team of scientists has designed a DNA circuit capable of splitting and combining current, much like an adapter ...
27 Feb, 2018, 07.32 AM IST
Always wondered how the brain works? New tech is here to understand how the organ functionsThe human brain is composed of billions of neurons wired together in intricate webs.
15 Jan, 2018, 12.27 PM IST
Zorawar Kalra talks about life in the fast laneHe loves to push the pedal to the metal and he does it with his Mercedes AMG GTS.
19 Oct, 2017, 12.52 PM IST
Positive memories can relieve work-related stressScientists found that artificial reactivation of memories stored during a positive experience can suppress the effects of stress-induced de...
20 Jun, 2015, 06.00 PM IST
Biological pathways: Designing genetic circuits from scratchLearning to control these pathways is not easy because they keep talking to each other, and there is no reliable way to find out whether on...
16 Aug, 2014, 04.00 AM IST
Monsanto hits 5% upper circuit as regulator revalidates GM cropsShares of Monsanto India were locked at 5% upper circuit after the govt's top regulator, GEAC, on Friday revalidated 10 varieties of GM cro...
22 Mar, 2014, 01.17 PM IST
- Beware dark side of corporate philanthropy
The givers should focus on exactly what needs to be done in each country and devise strategies accordingly.
26 Mar, 2011, 07.22 AM IST
- Worry about human ethics
The problem is lack of faith in the integrity of testing & approval process.
16 Oct, 2009, 05.08 AM IST
- Global patent body wants India to break walls
The international patent body has invited India to join countries that are working on harmonisation, as this will enable patent procedures ...
29 Feb, 2008, 12.00 AM IST
- Profs show the way
There is a perception that professors don’t go beyond their classrooms and do anything worthwhile. Here is a tale of two extraordinary prof...
17 Apr, 2007, 12.10 AM IST