Wolbachia Bacteria
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Junk DNA
New research from the Garvan Institute has revealed that non-coding regions of DNA, previously considered “junk,” may contain cancer-causing genes. This discovery, published in Nucleic Acids…
Macrophage
Macrophages are crucial for disease defense and tissue repair, with recent research by Dr. Fernando Martinez Estrada highlighting their activation via the CSF1R marker. This…
Study Reveals Rapid Evolution of Y Chromosome in Apes
The study in Nature reveals rapid evolution of the Y chromosome in apes, showing only 14-27% similarity with humans, unlike the stable X chromosome with…
X Chromosome Revival Raises the Risk of Autoimmune Disease in Older Women
Recent studies indicate that the revival of the dormant X chromosome in older women increases the risk of autoimmune diseases. The human X chromosome, with…
Kerala Temples Ban Oleander After Woman’s Death
In Kerala, two temple boards have banned oleander flowers following the accidental poisoning death of 24-year-old Surya Surendran. Oleander, known for its toxic properties, is…
Researchers Create Artificial Synapse Using Water and Salt
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Electroencephalogram (EEG)
The 100th anniversary of the discovery of the Electroencephalogram (EEG) marks a century since Hans Berger, a German psychiatrist, first recorded human brain activity using…
Pigeonpea
Pigeonpea, also known as Cajanus cajan, is an important legume crop, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. Originating in India and widely cultivated in Africa,…
