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The creation of Wonder Powder was possible thanks to cutting-edge equipment of the Fabrika Science and Technology Park. (Photo: ANI)

New method to make laser optics more effective and cheaper

Scientists developed new method to make laser optics more effective, cheaper.

25 Dec 2019 5:16 PM IST

The striatum is the inner part of the brain that among other things regulates rewards, motivation, impulses and motor function. (Photo: ANI)

Brain is central for decision-making and development of addiction

Study focuses on molecular map of brain-'s decision-making area.

25 Dec 2019 12:39 PM IST

Stomach cancer is the 16th most common cancer in the US, according to the American Cancer Society. (Photo: ANI)

Stomach cancer more lethal below 60 years

Stomach cancer in patients below 60 much more lethal.

25 Dec 2019 12:35 PM IST

Despite taking a bite out of their wallets, Jordanians appear to prefer larger breeds, such as German shepherds, Rottweilers and huskies. (Photo: AFP)

Pet hotels sprouting up across Jordan

Not so much a dog-'s life for Jordan-'s pampered pets.

25 Dec 2019 12:05 PM IST

The data revealed that higher magnesium intake was associated with a statistically significant risk reduction in fatal coronary heart disease and a reduction in the risk of sudden cardiac death. (Photo: ANI)

Magnesium can cause sudden cardiac death

Higher magnesium intake may reduce fatal coronary heart disease risk in postmenopausal women.

25 Dec 2019 11:29 AM IST

Various bacterial pathogens can escape our immune system by staying and multiplying within our body cells (intracellularly). (Photo: ANI)

Bacterial pathogens can escape human immune system

Shigella bacteria, which cause diarrhoea, use lipopolysaccharides (LPS) on their surface to block the effector caspases.

25 Dec 2019 11:20 AM IST

Water is now sold in glass bottles and aluminium cans, and travellers are encouraged to bring their own empty bottles to fill up for free. (Photo: AP)

Coffee drinkers take Blue Bottleâ€™s announcement in stride

San Francisco cafes are banishing disposable coffee cups.

25 Dec 2019 10:39 AM IST

Increased age at onset of obesity was associated with a lower risk of diabetes, with a 13 percent lower risk of developing T2D per one-year delay in onset. (Photo: ANI)

Early exposure to obesity can increase risk of type 2 diabetes

Longer exposure to obesity linked with increased risk of type 2 diabetes: Study.

24 Dec 2019 11:38 AM IST

Any type of surgery has the potential to cause damage to heart tissue, through blood clot formation, long periods of inflammation, or bleeding. (Photo: ANI)

Blood tests before surgery can predict possible adverse outcomes

Study finds link between cardiac blood test before surgery and adverse outcomes.

24 Dec 2019 11:34 AM IST

Inspired by this observation, the researchers patterned arrays of photonic crystals in a hydrogel and then embedded these arrays in a second, non-colour-changing hydrogel. (Photo: ANI)

Scientists make colour-changing smart skin based on chameleons

Researchers make chameleon-inspired colour changing smart skin.

24 Dec 2019 11:29 AM IST

The researchers noted that both zinc and vitamin b3 are mostly found in animal products so it can be inferred that vegans and vegetarians who are low on these two are more vulnerable to bad hangovers. (Photo: ANI)

Hangover symptoms are worse in vegans

Vegans suffer worse hangover symptoms than meat eaters, study suggests.

23 Dec 2019 2:30 PM IST

Health insurance isnt ONLY for critical illnesses and group medical policies are pretty limited in their coverage. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

10 Ways Health Insurance Makes Things Simple for You

Todayâ€™s health insurance plans come with comprehensive coverages and multiple health benefits, ensuring your overall...

23 Dec 2019 2:23 PM IST