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Novel freeze-dried vaccine could spell end of polio

When tested in mice, the novel vaccine offered full protection against the polio virus, the researchers said.

Nov 28, 2018, 17:21 PM IST

US university's gynecologist accused of sexually abusing Chinese students

The victims have said they were told the procedures being carried out are standard as per American medical practices.

May 22, 2018, 10:31 AM IST

Cut smoking, reduce stress to ward off dementia: Study

Managing lifestyle factors such as smoking, hypertension and depression could prevent one-third of the world's dementia cases, a Lancet study has claimed.

Jul 20, 2017, 22:30 PM IST

New 5D tech may help diagnose diseases from cell phone images

 New 5D tech may help diagnose diseases from cell phone images

Jan 15, 2017, 14:20 PM IST

Is Shah Rukh Khan on college hunt for kids?

Looks like Shah Rukh Khan's Los Angeles trip is something more than just a family holiday.

Aug 16, 2016, 19:45 PM IST

Here comes a new protein to modify brain activity

The GFE3 protein may help researchers map the brain's connections and better understand how inhibitory synapses modulate brain function, said lead author Don Arnold, Professor at University of Southern California.

Jun 08, 2016, 06:10 AM IST

Six newly found proteins may help fight Alzheimer's, cancer

The naturally occurring amounts of each protein decrease with age, leading researchers to believe that they play an important role in the ageing process and the onset of diseases linked to older age.

Apr 12, 2016, 16:06 PM IST

Post-menopausal hormone therapy cuts heart disease

They were stratified into two groups: early post-menopause -- women who were within six years of menopause and late post-menopause -- women who were 10 years or more beyond menopause. 

Apr 04, 2016, 15:33 PM IST

Drinking coffee may cut colorectal cancer risk: Study

Coffee contains many elements that contribute to overall colorectal health and may explain the preventive properties.

Apr 04, 2016, 07:59 AM IST

Breast milk nutrients may influence obesity risk

HMOs, a natural component of breast milk, are known to play a role in helping to develop the infant immune system.

Oct 29, 2015, 17:34 PM IST

Weekday morning best time to email someone!

Know why emails sent in the morning on weekdays get the best replies!

Oct 06, 2015, 18:00 PM IST