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Indian American Natasha Perianayagam Named 'World's Brightest' Student by Johns Hopkins

13-year-old Natasha Perianayagam was named "world's brightest" student after she secured the top position at Johns Hopkins Talent Search defeating over 15,000 students across 76 countries.

Feb 07, 2023, 10:53 AM IST

WHO ‘strongly recommends’ Pfizer's Covid-19 pill for at-risk patients: Report

The WHO experts said that US pharma giant Pfizer’s combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir was the “superior choice” of treatment for unvaccinated, elderly or immunocompromised people with Covid-19, according to AFP.

Apr 22, 2022, 08:16 AM IST

Is there a way to switch 'off' asthma attacks? Scientists think so!

Asthma has been correlated with an overabundance of one type of immune cell called M2 macrophages in the lungs.

Dec 06, 2016, 04:37 AM IST

New mouse model brings hope for Alzheimer's patients

Using a genetically engineered mouse model mimicking the development of Alzheimer's disease in humans, researchers from Johns Hopkins University determined that a one-two punch of major biological "insults" must occur in the brain to cause dementia that is a hallmark of the disease. 

Jul 04, 2016, 23:46 PM IST

Human's ability to perceive melodic pitch isn't unique

Seems like we are not alone in how we perceive a melodic pitch as marmosets have showcased the same talent.

Dec 29, 2015, 11:17 AM IST

Biodegradable implant to help heal broken bones

Using a synthetic material will likely lead to a reduction in the surgery complication rate.

Oct 29, 2015, 14:23 PM IST