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Nobel Laureate Jack Szostak highlighted telomeres’ key role in ageing, cancer, and cell repair, explaining that stress shortens them. He emphasized genomics, including the Genome India Project, to understand disease susceptibility and guide healthier lifestyles and therapeutic development 

A tragic bus accident in Kurnool district claimed the lives of Manga Sandhyarani (43) and her daughter Chandana (23). The bodies, which were charred beyond recognition, were identified using DNA reports and handed over to the family for funeral arrangements

A grieving couple’s search for their missing newborn drives this suspenseful emotional thriller, with strong performances and a powerful message at its heart.

DNA samples from the Sigachi Industries accident failed to match any of the eight missing workers' families. Officials have suggested families return home, though they assured death certificates and ex gratia will be processed within three months. Families remain anguished.

Instead of traditional gene mapping, they are utilising Optical Genome Mapping, a technique which captures the entire DNA structure and gives a complete map (or picture) of the genome

Vitamin B12 is found exclusively in animal-based products such as milk, cheese, curd, eggs, meat, and fish. While vegetarians obtain their required intake from dairy products, vegans—who completely avoid all animal-derived foods, including dairy—are at a significantly higher risk of developing Vitamin B12 deficiency.

The film’s teaser is gripping as it shows that both the protagonists of the film, Anand (Atharvaa Murali) and Divya (Nimisha Sajayan) are rebellious by nature.

The new findings can help develop diagnostic tools for the deadly infection, declared a global health emergency twice by the World Health Organization (WHO) in the last three years.

The skull was found on the ground along with a slipper, a yellow saree with red border, a white bag and a red blouse, which were lying nearby.

Under this flagship programme, The Quorum aims to nurture a vibrant cultural ambience by collaborating with various galleries and artists, continuing its rich heritage of promoting art and ideas.

Circulating tumour DNA (ctDNA) found in breast milk can be identified through liquid biopsy, potentially enabling the early detection of breast cancer, even before conventional imaging methods can diagnose it.

This cancer category, making up 15% of all cancers, is especially prevalent in aggressive tumors like osteosarcomas and glioblastomas in the brain.

According to new research, butterflies and moths share "blocks" of DNA that are more than 200 million years old.

Understanding the special adaptations of bats may open up new avenues for research and potential interventions for humans.

No plans to release the bird in a sanctuary, said K.K. Singh, chief conservator of forests

Wuhan is home to several labs involved in collecting and studying coronaviruses, fueling theories scientists say are plausible that the virus may have leaked from one.

Kolkata: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s daughter Anita Bose Pfaff said she will soon approach the Indian and the Japanese governments for a DNA test of the ashes at Tokyo’s Renkoji Temple. In an interview to PTI, Pfaff said resolving the mystery shrouding Bose’s life and bringing back the ashes to India would be a true […]

Hyderabad: There are a lot of innovative things in the world that are helping humanity reach great heights. These practice questions focusing on Science and Technology will aid aspirants better prepare for the State government recruitment examinations. 1. With reference to the developments in science, which one of the following statements is not correct? a) […]

San Francisco: In a worrisome trend, a lawsuit filed by the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender (OPD) has claimed that the police used blood samples from new-born babies to fund DNA samples and probe crimes committed more than 25 years ago. The OPD officials learned that the State Police has successfully subpoenaed a newborn […]

Anupama, who is on a sit-protest in front of the Kerala State Council for Child Welfare (KSCCWC) on Monday expressed happiness at the arrival of baby from Andhra Pradesh