Protein target to help fight malaria identified
The finding paves the way for developing new drugs that can treat drug resistant malaria.
Jul 07, 2017, 19:18 PM IST
Key protein behind common respiratory virus identified
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a very common virus that leads to mild, cold-like symptoms in adults and older healthy children.
Jul 01, 2017, 23:16 PM IST
Human enzyme may help find cure for Alzheimer's disease
A human enzyme that can unravel protein aggregates the hallmark of a number of neurodegenerative diseases has been identified by scientists.
Jun 28, 2017, 23:02 PM IST
Protein linked to chronic heart failure identified
Chronic heart failure is caused by a variety of conditions that damage the heart, including coronary heart disease, hypertension and diabetes.
May 27, 2017, 17:25 PM IST
Identified - Skin cells responsible for baldness, grey hair
The findings showed that a protein called KROX20 - commonly associated with nerve development - turns on in skin cells that become the hair shaft.
May 09, 2017, 16:36 PM IST
Here`s how protein impacts intellectual disability
Scientists from the Florida campus of The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) have shown that a protein helps balance nerve cell communication.
Apr 27, 2017, 00:37 AM IST
This protein can enhance vaccine efficacy
The researchers purified a protein found on the exterior of bacteria (neisseria meningidis) and used it as an accessory to provide a better vaccination response.
Apr 08, 2017, 13:34 PM IST
Researchers discover rescue protein that delays cell death
A team of researchers has discovered a rescue protein that delays the cell death and can offer a treatment for cancer, neurodegeneration and infection.
Apr 08, 2017, 11:20 AM IST
Indian adolescents do not get required proteins with daily diet: Study
The fulfilment of protein is important for the adolescent boys and girls because it is the transitional phase of life from childhood to adulthood and rapid increase in the velocity of height and weight, psychological and sexual maturity with cognitive development are observed among adolescents, said Nandan Joshi, head of Nutrition Science with Danone India.
Apr 06, 2017, 14:36 PM IST
This enigmatic protein can pave way for new heart therapies
Scientists have determined unexpected characteristics of a key protein linked to blood pressure control and to nerve growth, pain control and heart tissue regeneration.
Apr 06, 2017, 10:45 AM IST
Researchers crack structure of key protein in Zika virus
A team of researchers have cracked the full structure of a key protein in Zika virus (ZIKV) which may help to understand how the deadly virus replicates itself as well as to potential treatments.
Mar 29, 2017, 00:01 AM IST
Scientists identify brain 'switch' that can help improve blood circulation
A new study has discovered a protein "switch" within the tiny wire-like capillaries of the brain that helps in increasing the blood flow which ensures optimal brain function.
Mar 26, 2017, 00:22 AM IST
Why prediabetic men should avoid carb-rich meals in evening?
The findings showed that the internal clock influences how people with impaired glucose metabolism react to foods rich in carbohydrate, fats and protein.
Mar 20, 2017, 12:38 PM IST
Scientists identify protein linked to obsessive-compulsive disorder
Occurring in all cells of the body, the protein SPRED2 is found in particularly high concentrations in regions of the brain, namely in the basal ganglia and the amygdala.
Indian women consume 13 percent lesser protein comapared to men: Survey
A survey by Delhi-based mobile health and fitness company HealthifyMe has revealed that the consumption of protein has remained consistently lower amongst women in India as compared to men.
Mar 02, 2017, 22:29 PM IST
A single protein may help treat Parkinson's, Alzheimer's
Scientists have found that a single protein can lead to effective treatments for devastating neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson's, Huntington's, Alzheimer's and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Dec 27, 2016, 17:02 PM IST
Indian researchers find blood protein that paves way for potential Alzheimer's drug design
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is characterised by extensive loss of neurons and deposition of amyloid beta peptide in the form of plaques.
Dec 09, 2016, 11:05 AM IST
Dietary combination of protein and carbohydrate good for gut health
A new research conducted by researchers says that the dietary combination of protein and carbohydrate can prove beneficial for gut health.
Nov 27, 2016, 10:26 AM IST
How lung cancer spread can be prevented
The 'post office' of the cell -- or the Golgi apparatus as it is more commonly known -- has the ability to package proteins in order to transport them to other parts of the cell or to deliver them to areas outside of the cell.
Nov 26, 2016, 16:18 PM IST
High content of protein and salt in food cause post-meal sleepiness: Study
A new study suggests that higher content of salt and protien in our food often leads to post-meal sleepiness.
Nov 22, 2016, 22:49 PM IST
