Biotechnology

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Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
29 May, 2026

New blood test may detect Alzheimer's years before symptoms appear, Pg14

New blood test detects Alzheimer's risk years before symptoms, offering early intervention opportunities, but raises concerns about false positives.

Health SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBiotechnology
28 May, 2026

The Ebola species with no vaccine, Pg10

WHO declares Bundibugyo ebolavirus outbreak a global health emergency, highlighting vaccine development gaps and neglected tropical diseases.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
25 May, 2026

Long-awaited anti-COVID drug is also a milestone against future viruses, Pg2

Ensitrelvir, a Japanese antiviral drug, shows promise in preventing COVID-19 after exposure, marking a milestone against future Betacoronaviruses outbreaks.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
25 May, 2026

Study finds anti-ageing protein, Pg16

Scientists discover Pg16 protein, boosting its levels in older mice enhances strength, energy, and bone health by curbing age-related inflammation.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
25 May, 2026

Kimchi can flush microplastics, Pg16

Kimchi probiotic shown to effectively bind and flush out microplastics from the body, preventing organ accumulation: South Korean Study.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
24 May, 2026

AI agents Co-Scientist, Robin could accelerate research, Pg13

AI agents Co-Scientist and Robin expedite research, identifying leukemia drug combinations and macular degeneration treatments through hypothesis generation and data interpretation.

Health SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBiotechnology
23 May, 2026

For Ebola, spillover risk doesn't equal a pandemic, Pg14

WHO raises alarm over Ebola outbreak; Union Health Ministry issues screening norms for travelers from affected regions.

Health SectorIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBiotechnology
19 May, 2026

India still short on expertise, tools to manage fungal health burden, Pg2

India grapples with fungal disease burden due to expertise gaps, limited diagnostic tools, and antimicrobial resistance, impacting both humans and wildlife.

BiotechnologyConservation, Pollution and DegradationLinkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism
19 May, 2026

Scientists use DNA maps to find pangolin trafficking hubs, Pg2

Scientists map pangolin DNA to identify trafficking hotspots, aiding law enforcement in curbing illegal wildlife trade routes.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
17 May, 2026

Constant mechanical force may be why heart cancer is so rare, Pg13

Research reveals constant mechanical force from heartbeats may suppress cancer cell growth by altering DNA accessibility and gene activity.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
17 May, 2026

Focused ultrasound offers new ways to treat eye disease, Pg13

Ultrasound technology offers non-invasive treatments for eye diseases like glaucoma, potentially restoring vision by stimulating retinal and brain cells.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
14 May, 2026

India gets its first Alzheimer's therapy at Rs 1 lakh/dose, Pg7

Eli Lilly launches Lormalzi (donanemab) in India, the first Alzheimer's therapy, costing ₹1 lakh/dose, offering hope to millions.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
13 May, 2026

Cancer immunotherapy may reshape brain’s barrier to metastasis, Pg2

Immunotherapy drug PD-1 inhibitors may compromise blood-brain barrier, impacting cancer metastasis and treatment efficacy, study reveals.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
10 May, 2026

Hope for pancreatic cancer as new drug shows promise, Pg13

New drug, Daraxonrasib, shows promise in shrinking tumors for pancreatic cancer patients, offering hope for improved treatment outcomes.

Health SectorE GovernanceBiotechnology
5 May, 2026

Future of Pulmonary Hypertension Care in India (From Imports to 'Atmanirbhar' Innovation), Pg18

India's Pulmonary Hypertension care revolutionizes with affordable domestic drugs, Biopharma SHAKTI, digital health, and holistic approaches, enhancing patient outcomes.

Health SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBiotechnology
4 May, 2026

Dengue is spreading fast: Can science outsmart it at last?, Pg14

Scientists deploy breakthrough technologies to combat dengue, focusing on vaccine development and understanding disease mechanisms amidst climate change challenges.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
28 Apr, 2026

CAR-T cell therapy senses ‘faint’ targets to clear solid tumours, PgII

CAR-T cell therapy breakthrough: New HIT receptor design eliminates 'invisible' cancer cells in solid tumors by detecting faint signals.

Health SectorBiotechnology
26 Apr, 2026

Study of Indians finds new pathways to cardiometabolic disease, Pg10

Study reveals genetic pathways linking lipid metabolites to cardiometabolic diseases in Indians, emphasizing immune system's role and ancestry-specific variants.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityBiotechnology
23 Apr, 2026

Iran war: The fertiliser challenge India faces, and the possible way out, Pg15

Iran conflict disrupts fertilizer supply, doubling prices and threatening India's Kharif season; biostimulants offer a solution for enhanced nutrient efficiency.

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