Insulin-producing pancreatic cells created from human skin cells
New York (IANS): Scientists at a US university have successfully converted human skin cells into fully-functional pancreatic cells.
The new cells produced insulin in response to...
Smoking triggers alcohol craving in people
New York, April 15 (IANS) Smokers will not believe this but nicotine exposure actually promotes alcohol dependence, says a research.
In lab experiments, the researchers...
Now, sunscreen that gives you instant Vitamin D
New York, Feb 8 (IANS) US researchers have found a new sunscreen that guarantees no loss of vitamin D, rather allows the body to...
Treatment for Parkinson’s might work for Alzheimer’s too
Treatment for Parkinson's might work for Alzheimer's too
New York, May 24 (IANS) An effective treatment for Parkinson's disease might also work for Alzheimer's and...
Why dieting may not help you to lose weight
Why dieting may not help you to lose weight
London, May 24 (IANS) Looking to shed those extra kilos through dieting? You may be at...
Our brain can effectively combat effects of ageing
Our brain can effectively combat effects of ageing
London, Sep 15 (IANS) Old age may slow down memory and other physical and cognitive skills, but...
‘Facebook obsession can lead girls to risky dieting’
New York, July 28 (IANS) Women's emotional attachment to Facebook can lead to poor perception of their body and also follow risky dieting, a...
Consume right amount of fluid while working out
Consume right amount of fluid while working out
New Delhi, Jan 13 (IANS) Fluid intake is very important for a runner. Hydrate yourself before, during...
Novel drug may provide hope for blood cancer patients
Novel drug may provide hope for blood cancer patients
New York, June 10 (IANS) A team led by an Indian-origin researcher, has discovered a new...
Female hormone supplements may up breast cancer risk
New York, Dec 1 (IANS) Post-menopausal women who use female hormone supplements containing estrogen and progestin ("combination" therapy) are at an increased risk for...
