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Researchers identify potential treatment target for genetic type of epilepsy

A team of researchers discovered a possible target for treating a hereditary form of epilepsy. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Dec 12, 2023

NCBS study paves way for development of new treatment and precision medicine for bipolar disorder

A study conducted by National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) researchers has revealed how lithium acts on brain cells to change neural activity. This finding, according to NCBS, could offer a potential pathway for the development of new treatments and precision medicine for bipolar disorder.

The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023

Lime shell sector faces headwinds

The shells, once a sought-after raw material for the manufacture of cement, calcium carbide, paper, etc., had some 800 members harvesting them at Muhamma from the bottom of the Vembanad. Over the years, the demand has dwindled, and there are just six people who now harvest the shells

The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023

#ExpertSpeak: Here’s how Vitamin D is an unsung hero of children’s growth and beyond

Vitamin D deficiency is a pervasive concern among adults, significantly impacting their health. This information has proliferated far and wide over the past decades, and as a result, a large number of adults have started getting their Vitamin D levels tested every once in a while. It’s widely acknowledged how…

The Times of India · Nov 9, 2023

Best dairy-free yoghurts that don’t compromise on flavour

Plant-based breakfast staples

Evening Standard · Nov 2, 2023

Nutrients that are indispensable for your child's growth potential

Nutrition can help fuel child growth

The Times of India · Sep 27, 2023

A Roman solution to Raac’s ruin – is self-healing concrete the answer?

After recent building failures, researchers are looking to ancient materials for inspiration in creating more durable materials that repair themselves

The Guardian - UK · Sep 24, 2023

Bones play an important role in our health – here's how to keep them strong

Just as our muscles lose strength as we get older, so do our bones. This can have a serious effect on our lifestyle, and boosts risk of fractures – which are linked with an increased risk of death. Fortunately, just as we can build the strength in our muscles, we…

The Conversation · Sep 22, 2023

CT test simulates blood flow to assess patients with angina risk

According to a study, patients with stable angina who have high coronary artery calcium scores can be identified using an enhanced CT scan at a lower risk of experiencing negative outcomes in three years.

Dynamite News · Sep 13, 2023

The scientists in Japan who scared flies to understand fear

Masato Tsuji, a professor at the University of Tokyo, studies fear in flies by showing them horror movies. His research may provide clues to treat psychiatric diseases stemming from exaggerated fear, like phobias and anxiety disorders. By manipulating and recording the activity of neurons of fruit flies, they found that…

The Hindu · Aug 30, 2023