Newcastle University

Antibiotic-Resistant Genes found in one of the most remote places on Earth

The rapid spread of blaNDM-1 and other MDR genes across the world is a growing concern because they often target "last resort" classes of antibiotics.

Jan 28, 2019, 12:49 PM IST

'Gene study provides hope for infertile men'

The study, published in the journal eLife, sheds light on why some men may be infertile as RBMXL2 has been shown to be essential to make sperm.

Jan 24, 2019, 16:18 PM IST

Three new species of fish discovered 4 miles below Pacific

A team of 40 scientists recently discovered three species of fish in Atacama Trench.

Sep 14, 2018, 11:29 AM IST

This new bionic hand offers new hope to amputees! Here's why

The bionic hand is responding ten times more quicker than the current prosthetics and also offers a new hope to amputees.

May 04, 2017, 18:50 PM IST

"Not on the same page": Brexit poses threat to British universities

Britain`s vote to leave the European Union has left the country`s universities with a problem to solve.

Jul 08, 2016, 13:39 PM IST

Losing weight through low calorie diet can reverse diabetes

Individuals vary in how much weight they can carry without it seeming to affect their metabolism.

Mar 22, 2016, 20:12 PM IST

More women living healthier in mind, not in body

Health expectancy was measured in three ways -- self-perceived health, life without disability, and time free from cognitive impairment.

Dec 09, 2015, 18:59 PM IST

Prolonged sitting linked with fatty liver disease

Prolonged sitting such as watching TV and using the computer and other devices as well as reduced physical activity may increase risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) that may potentially lead to liver failure and death.

Sep 15, 2015, 17:37 PM IST