Brain inflammation may cause depression in MS patients, reveals study
A new study has shown that patients suffering with multiple sclerosis have higher chances of depression as a result of inflammation in the brain region.
Jul 08, 2016, 13:19 PM IST
Marijuana quashes brain's response to reward over time
The findings showed that the reward system of the brain has been 'hijacked' by the drug and that the users need the drug to feel reward -- or that their emotional response has been dampened.
Jul 07, 2016, 22:38 PM IST
Prostate cancer risk can be predicted by testing gene mutation: Study
The findings by researchers in the US revealed that 11.8 per cent of men with metastatic prostate cancer had mutations in at least one gene known to help repair Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) -- such as BRCA1 and BRCA2.
Jul 07, 2016, 21:25 PM IST
This sensor can allow you to talk to your shirt, blanket!
Scientists have developed a sensor called SansEC short for "without electrical connection” which can allow you to talk to your shirt or blanket.
Jul 07, 2016, 19:14 PM 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
China to launch 14 meteorological satellites before 2025
China plans to launch one Fengyun-II satellite, four Fengyun-IIIs, three Fengyun-IVs and another six for multiple meteorological purposes, Xinhua quoted an official of the State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defence, as saying.
Jul 04, 2016, 23:40 PM IST
Road trips become easy with Google Maps latest update
With the latest update on Google Maps on Android (coming soon to iOS), you can now plan road trip with multi-stop directions.
Jul 04, 2016, 18:38 PM IST
Facebook refutes Israeli minister's allegations; reiterates hate speech intolerance
Social media giant Facebook has outright rejected allegations made by Israel's public security minister that the social networking site is responsible for acts of terror in the country.
Jul 04, 2016, 17:03 PM IST
WhatsApp refuses to surrender messages to police; Brazilian court freezes 6 mn Facebook funds
After WhatsApp refused to surrender messages demanded by the police, a Brazilian court has ordered the freezing of more than 6 million Facebook funds.
Jul 04, 2016, 16:40 PM IST
Fatty liver disease not detected in post-menopausal women
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) considered a cardiovascular disease risk factor, is often not detected in post-menopausal women, a recent study has revealed.
Jul 03, 2016, 22:17 PM IST
1 in every 9 men face risk of abrupt cardiac death: Research
A new study has found that nearly one in every nine men face the potential risk of a sudden cardiac death before the age of 70.
Jul 03, 2016, 17:38 PM IST
Marijuana could be the cure to treat Alzheimer's, reveals study
Researchers say that this compound can contribute in the removal of toxic proteins in the brain, which are believed to start the development of Alzheimer's.
Jul 03, 2016, 16:54 PM IST
Bird migration changing due to climate change, development at Indian coasts
According to experts, developmental activities in coastal wetlands of India and climate change are the two main factors behind change in arrival patterns of migratory birds.
Jul 02, 2016, 21:51 PM IST
Pesticides linked to decline of bees needed for crop diversity: Experts
Widespread use of pesticides for enhanced crop yields has led to the decline of pollinators such as honey bees which are needed for increase in yields and quality of 84 per cent of the crops grown for human consumption, experts said here on Saturday.
Jul 02, 2016, 19:39 PM IST
Environmental toxins can cause brain disorders in children, suggest experts
Scientists and experts from various fields have for the first time come together to support a link between exposures to toxic chemicals in air, water, food and everyday products and children's risks for neuro-developmental disorders.
Jul 02, 2016, 17:40 PM IST
Paracetamol in pregnancy may up autism, ADHD risk in kids
Taking common painkillers during pregnancy more often is likely to raise the risk of autism and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, especially boys, new research warns.
Jul 02, 2016, 17:21 PM IST
Now, post in 45 varied languages using Facebook's new software
Social media giant Facebook will soon roll out a new software that will automatically users posts into different languages.
Jul 02, 2016, 16:37 PM IST
Beware smokers! Excess smoking and narcotic use can cause infertility
Doctors claim that cigarettes do not necessarily cause infertility, they can have an adverse effect on a couple's ability to conceive. The problem exists in men as much as in females, the doctors said.
Jul 01, 2016, 21:28 PM IST
Gene mutation 'hotspots' improve breast cancer outcomes
Kataegis -- the multiple mutations that cluster in a few hotspots in a genome -- occurs in nearly 55 per cent of breast cancers.
Jul 01, 2016, 19:31 PM IST
Beware! Canned food consumption can make you ill
The next time you are planning to consume canned food, think twice. A recent study conducted by researchers at Stanford and Johns Hopkins University has confirmed the connection between consuming canned food and elevated exposure to a chemical linked to diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular ailments.
Jun 30, 2016, 23:43 PM IST
