‘Humble and Friendly’: ‘Food Pharmer’ Recalls Sudha Murty Seeking His Help on Food Adulteration Research

08 Nov 2024

Influencer Revant Himatsingka, also known as "Food Pharmer," gained popularity for analyzing the ingredients in packaged foods. He rose to fame in 2023 when his review of Cadbury’s Bournvita’s sugar content went viral, leading the company to reduce sugar in their product. Recently, Himatsingka described an important milestone in his...

Can Deaf Mosquitoes Save Lives? How a Simple Hearing Hack Could End Dengue

06 Nov 2024

In a groundbreaking study, scientists at the University of California have developed a potential method to reduce mosquito populations by targeting the hearing abilities of male Aedes mosquitoes, which are responsible for spreading diseases such as dengue, yellow fever, and Zika. By altering a specific genetic pathway that affects hearing,...

ANRF aims to bridge the gap between research and development

25 Sep 2024

Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the first meeting of’ Anusandhan-National Research foundation’(ANRF) governing body meeting’. In his deliberations in this meeting, the PM presented his vision of associating research with development of the nation. We usually see research and development as two separate domains. We have failed so far...

MPox Outbreak Spread: WHO Urges More Research to Investigate

28 Aug 2024

On August 14, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared an international emergency due to a surge in mpox cases, particularly the Clade 1b strain, in the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighboring regions. This decision highlights the growing concern over the outbreak's spread. On Tuesday, the WHO provided an update...

Can Plastic Cause Autism? New Study Provides Insights

16 Aug 2024

Recent research has stirred significant discussion about the potential link between plastic chemicals and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). As plastic products become increasingly ubiquitous in our daily lives, concerns about their impact on health, particularly on developmental conditions like autism, have gained traction. A new study aims to clarify whether...

Research Links Cognitive Deficits To Inflammatory Activity In Rheumatoid Arthritis

30 Jul 2024

Researchers have discovered a link between specific cognitive deficits and the inflammatory activity associated with rheumatoid arthritis. These deficits include reductions in working memory, inhibition, focus, as well as memory, abstract thinking, and visuospatial abilities. While rheumatoid arthritis-related inflammation has been associated with various systemic effects, including on the brain,...

VP Dhankhar Urges Corporate, Public Leaders To Back R&D

27 May 2024

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar urged corporates and "public leaders" on Monday to contribute as much as possible to research and development, emphasizing its potential impact on the country's economic growth and diplomatic influence. Speaking at the 18th foundation day celebration of ICMR-National Institute of Traditional Medicine here, the vice-president said, "We...

Does Smell of Cooking Food Pollute the Air We Breathe?

09 May 2024

Recent research by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) suggests that the enticing smells wafting from restaurants, food trucks, and street vendors might be harming air quality. NOAA's Chemical Sciences Laboratory (CSL) revealed these findings from a thorough study on "underappreciated sources" of urban air pollution, focusing on Los...

Pain sensitivity caused by brain changes impact older women more: Study

04 Feb 2024

A recent study found that the brain process enabling us to block pain varies with age. Additionally, when it comes to these changes, gender variations that cause pain sensitivity may affect older females more. Men and women who assessed the intensity and unpleasantness of pain while being exposed to escalating...

Lower risk of Kidney Stones via diabetes medications: Study

01 Feb 2024

Kidney stones are becoming increasingly common globally. Type 2 diabetes is related to an increased risk of kidney stones but various forms of treatment of this condition may potentially decrease the risk of kidney stones. The researchers at Mass General Brigham found out that using sodium-glucose contratransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors...