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SOP for the AMES Test: Overview in line with OECD Guidelines 471

SOP for the AMESTest: The AMES test (Bacterial Reverse Mutation test) developed by Bruce Ames in the 1970s, is a widely used method for identifying chemicals that can cause mutations, which in turn can lead to cancer. This test uses different strains of the bacterium Salmonella typhimurium that carry mutations in genes involved in histidine synthesis, allowing them to revert back to being histidine-independent if … Continue reading SOP for the AMES Test: Overview in line with OECD Guidelines 471

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
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MTT Test: Tool in Cytotoxicity Assays and Drug Screening

MTT Test which is a colorimetric assay that plays a critical role in cell proliferation studies and cytotoxicity assays. This technique utilizes a yellow tetrazolium salt, MTT, which is reduced to purple formazan in the mitochondria of living cells. The amount of formazan produced directly correlates with the number of viable cells that enabling scientists to gauge cell viability and cytotoxicity accurately. The MTT Test … Continue reading MTT Test: Tool in Cytotoxicity Assays and Drug Screening

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
Mysteries of Poisonous Amphibians
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Mysteries of Poisonous Amphibians

Poisonous amphibians have long fascinated scientists and naturalists alike. These creatures, which include poison dart frogs, newts, and salamanders, possess potent toxins in their skin or other glands that serve as a defense mechanism against predators. The mysteries surrounding these creatures encompass various aspects, such as their toxin production, their immunity to their own toxins, and their use of coloration as a warning signal to … Continue reading Mysteries of Poisonous Amphibians

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
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Dinosaurs vs Humans: Adapting to a Warmer Planet

Dinosaurs vs Humans: Dinosaurs thrived on a warmer Earth with higher carbon dioxide levels, but the comparison to humans adapting to today’s rapidly changing climate is not a straightforward one. Several key differences between dinosaurs and humans, as well as their respective ecosystems, make it challenging for humans to cope with the consequences of climate change. First, evolutionary timescales play a critical role in how … Continue reading Dinosaurs vs Humans: Adapting to a Warmer Planet

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
New Method to Track Particles in Soft Colloids Using Optical Tweezers
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New Method to Track Particles in Soft Colloids Using Optical Tweezers

Soft Colloids Using Optical Tweezers: Scientists at the Raman Research Institute (RRI) in India have developed a technique to track and manipulate minute clay particle movements within soft clay colloids using optical tweezers. This innovative method could have applications in areas such as targeted drug delivery. The researchers used optical tweezers to study the dynamics and hidden structural details of Laponite, a synthetic clay commonly … Continue reading New Method to Track Particles in Soft Colloids Using Optical Tweezers

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
India-Israel Friendship: Research and Development Cooperation Begins
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India-Israel Friendship: Research and Development Cooperation Begins

India-Israel Friendship: In a significant milestone for Science and Technology cooperation between India and Israel, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) under India’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) and the Directorate of Defense Research and Development (DDR&D) under Israel’s Ministry of Defense have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Industrial Research and Development Cooperation. Dr. N Kalaiselvi, DG of CSIR and … Continue reading India-Israel Friendship: Research and Development Cooperation Begins

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
Tips to Manage Acid Reflux During Pregnancy
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Tips to Manage Acid Reflux During Pregnancy

Acid Reflux During Pregnancy- Acid reflux or heartburn is a prevalent pregnancy-related symptom, affecting up to 45% of gestating women. However, there are a variety of strategies that can help manage acid reflux. No matter your trimester of pregnancy or what symptoms are manifesting themselves at any given moment – there’s always something you can do to alleviate them! What is Acid Reflux During Pregnancy? … Continue reading Tips to Manage Acid Reflux During Pregnancy

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
Regular Eye Exams can Detect 10 Life-Threatening Diseases
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Regular Eye Exams can Detect 10 Life-Threatening Diseases

Regular Eye Exams are essential in maintaining good eye health and early disease detection – which could prevent vision loss and even save lives. While not every disease shows obvious symptoms, regular exams can reveal early warning signs that could save lives in some instances. Here we list 10 life-threatening diseases which regular exams could detect. Regular Eye Exams can Detect 10 Life-Threatening Diseases Diabetes … Continue reading Regular Eye Exams can Detect 10 Life-Threatening Diseases

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
Cesarean Delivery May Increase the Risk of Colorectal Cancer
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Cesarean Delivery May Increase the Risk of Colorectal Cancer

Cesarean Delivery: Women often have the option to opt for cesarean delivery if medical complications make vaginal birth unsafe, such as too large of an infant for your birth canal or slow cervical thinning. Increased Risk of Early-Onset CRC Early-onset colorectal cancer (EOCRC) is becoming an ever-increasing global concern. Over the last two decades, its incidence has dramatically risen across many nations including New Zealand … Continue reading Cesarean Delivery May Increase the Risk of Colorectal Cancer

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
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Science News highlights for students: Today’s top stories

Science News highlights for students- Modern life can be fast-paced and ever-evolving, so it is imperative that students keep abreast of current affairs to help them quickly adapt. Every day there are numerous scientific advancements taking place that are both fascinating and alarming. Science News highlights for students 1. Mercury’s Comet-Like Tail Science News highlights for students- Mercury, the innermost planet in our Solar System, … Continue reading Science News highlights for students: Today’s top stories

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
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Eat Your Way to a Better Quality of Life: Tips for a Healthy Diet

Tips for a Healthy Diet: No doubt we all understand that eating healthily and in moderation is key to good physical health, but did you also know it can also enhance quality of life? A recent study from Journal of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics demonstrated this point: people who consume healthier diets had greater mental wellbeing and overall better quality of life compared to … Continue reading Eat Your Way to a Better Quality of Life: Tips for a Healthy Diet

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
Key to Reducing Asthma Risk and Enhancing Quality of Life
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Sleep can Reduce the Asthma Risk and Enhance Quality of Life

Key to Reducing Asthma Risk: Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition affecting millions of people around the world. Characterized by airway inflammation, bronchial constriction and increased mucus production, asthma can cause difficulty breathing, chest tightness, wheezing or coughing. Recent research has highlighted how important sleep can be in reducing asthma risks and improving quality of life for those already affected by it. This article delves … Continue reading Sleep can Reduce the Asthma Risk and Enhance Quality of Life

Dr. Rudra Sharma
Role of Glutamate Carboxypeptidase II in Prostate Cancer for Early Detection
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Role of Glutamate Carboxypeptidase II in Prostate Cancer for Early Detection

Role of Glutamate Carboxypeptidase II in Prostate Cancer: Prostate cancer, one of the most prevalent types among men worldwide, has taken an exciting new turn with research focusing on glutamate carboxypeptidase II (GCPII). This article reviews current understanding regarding GCPII’s involvement in prostate cancer development and progression, as well as potential applications for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment. Understanding Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer develops when … Continue reading Role of Glutamate Carboxypeptidase II in Prostate Cancer for Early Detection

Dr. Rudra Sharma
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Unraveling the Complexities of Parkinson’s Disease

Researchers are striving to unravel the complexities of Parkinson’s disease, which continues to impact millions of lives around the world. This progressive neurological disorder causes motor control and coordination problems as well as non-motor symptoms like depression or dementia. Understanding Parkinson’s Disease: What Causes It? Parkinson’s disease is primarily an affliction to the substantia nigra, a region of the brain responsible for producing dopamine. Dopamine … Continue reading Unraveling the Complexities of Parkinson’s Disease

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
Air Pollution Levels Surge Worldwide, Calls for Urgent Action
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Air Pollution Levels Surge Worldwide, Calls for Urgent Action

Air pollution levels continue to rise around the world, prompting governments, environmental organizations and health experts to call for urgent action to protect public health and the environment. According to WHO estimates, an estimated 7 million premature deaths occur each year due to air pollution – both outdoor and indoor pollution contributing factors. Air pollution is a complex mixture of solid particles and gases suspended … Continue reading Air Pollution Levels Surge Worldwide, Calls for Urgent Action

Dr. Anubhav Sharma