Medical Research
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CBD has great medicinal potential, but it’s no cure-all
Cannabis-derived cannabidiol has the potential to help treat a number of health conditions. Just don’t treat it like a miracle cure.
Kent E Vrana, The Conversation
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Doctors are using this century-old vaccine against everything from cancer to Covid
Since its first use against tuberculosis just over 100 years ago, BCG has been known to induce a general state of readiness in the immune system.
Steven Smith, The Conversation
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The fight against HIV may soon get a big boost
An injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis is more effective than the oral version, it’s safe and it lasts for two months.
Jessica Haberer, The Conversation
Trending
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Has Modi’s Vande Bharat push come at the cost of train safety?
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Armed gangs and a partisan state: How Manipur slipped into civil war
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Why froth is essential for the perfect beer-drinking experience
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Dalit man’s finger chopped off in Gujarat after his nephew touches cricket ball
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UP bus driver suspended for waiting for two passengers to finish offering namaz
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Pig-to-human transplants may be a misguided strategy to address the organ shortage
Given the ethical challenges with animal-based research and xenotransplantation, there is good reason to look for other ways to deal with the organ shortage.
Françoise Baylis, The Conversation & Andrew Fenton, The Conversation
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Five things scientists learned from research on twins
Researchers often compare the differences between identical and fraternal twins to better understand health and behaviour.
Jeffrey Craig, The Conversation
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In a world facing a shortage of donors, 3D-printed organs could be a lifesaver
Tissue engineering is an emerging field that works on producing artificial tissue and organ substitutes as permanent solutions to replace or repair damage.
Saman Naghieh, The Conversation
Video
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Watch: Hydroelectric dam damaged during war in Ukraine, floods hit nearby towns
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Watch: Beyoncé was joined by her daughter Blue Ivy on stage for a dance routine during UK concert
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Watch: Dalit groom rides horse on wedding day under police protection in Madhya Pradesh
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Caught on camera: Roadside vendor in Noida uses water from drain to clean fruits
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Watch: BJP spokesperson says ‘Down with Nathuram Godse’ on air under pressure from Congress leader
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The Egyptian spiny mouse may hold clues to understanding human pregnancy better
Research indicates the rodent, which menstruates as humans do, could offer an excellent model for studying gynaecological disorders.
Jarrod McKenna, The Conversation
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An extremely rare form of cancer may have a cure, thanks to this tiny worm
A new discovery fuses science, serendipity and a small worm that is hundreds of millions of years old to help develop a treatment for phaeochromocytoma.
Anil Mehta, The Conversation & Gordon Stewart, The Conversation
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Gagandeep Kang quits top government research institute, says decision not linked to Covid-19 vaccine
Her resignation was unexpected as it came at a time when India is struggling hard to contain the spread of coronavirus and the world is racing to get a vaccine.
Scroll Staff
The Reel
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Watch: Trailer of ‘The Night Manager’ part two is out
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‘Satyaprem Ki Katha’ trailer: Romantic film stars Kartik Aaryan, Kiara Advani
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Tigmanshu Dhulia on Irrfan: ‘His observation of life was very surgical, very meticulous’
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Start the week with a film: ‘Charlie’s Country’ is a powerful portrait of defiance
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‘Scoop’ review: A flat view of a highly irregular case of police overreach
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The coronavirus that caused the 2003 SARS epidemic mysteriously disappeared over time
How is the Covid-19-causing novel coronavirus different?
Marilyn J Roossinck, The Conversation
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Can the lethal toxin anthrax be the answer to treating bladder cancer?
Experiments conducted on affected dogs seem to suggest so.
R Claudio Aguilar, The Conversation
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Algorithms can now predict a patient’s chances of survival – but they aren’t ready for clinical use
Artificial Intelligence can contain faults based on how it’s trained and designed.
Allison Gardner, The Conversation
The Field
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ISSF Junior World Cup: India add two more gold medals to remain top of standings
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Singapore Open Super 750: Priyanshu stuns world No 15; Sindhu, Prannoy, Lakshya go down fighting
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WTC Final: Rohit Sharma on his legacy, transitioning from IPL to Test cricket, R Ashwin and more
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Hockey, Women’s Junior Asia Cup: India secure thrilling 2-2 draw against Korea
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WTC Final: As India take on Australia, a look at the key talking points for Rohit Sharma and Co