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Research finds aspirin use linked with increased risk of heart failure
November 24, 2021 10:49 IST
The investigators assessed the association between aspirin use and incident heart failure after adjusting for sex, age, body mass index, smoking, alcohol use, blood pressure, heart rate, blood cholesterol, creatinine, hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and treatment with renin-angiotensin-aldosterone-system inhibitors, calcium channel blockers, diuretics, beta-blockers and lipid-lowering drugs.
Ban on Zakir Naik's Islamic Research Foundation extended for 5 years
India | November 16, 2021 9:51 IST
The Home Ministry said the statements and speeches made by Naik are objectionable and subversive and through them, he has been promoting enmity and hatred among religious groups and inspiring youths of a particular religion in India and abroad to commit terrorist acts.
Proteins in Covid19 virus that damage blood vessels found, says researchers
November 09, 2021 8:18 IST
Researchers identified five proteins from a total of 29 different proteins that make up the novel coronavirus. When the coronavirus enters the body, it begins to produce 29 proteins. In the process of infection and protein development, the blood vessels turn from opaque tubes into kind of permeable nets or pieces of cloth, and in parallel, there is an increase in blood clotting.
Major victory for H-1B employers as USCIS qualifies market research analyst as speciality occupation
World | October 29, 2021 6:24 IST
The settlement approved by the federal district court in the Northern District of California would now let companies request that the USCIS reopen and re-adjudicate their denied H-1B petitions.
COVID-19: India's R-value below 1 since September, say researchers
India | October 19, 2021 16:43 IST
According to figures calculated by researchers of the Chennai-based Institute of Mathematical Sciences, the R-value of top 10 states with most number of active cases was below 1 till October 18.
Delhi named least hygienic capital: Research
India | October 01, 2021 19:54 IST
According to downtoearth.org, New Delhi generates 9,700 tonnes of waste per day - 8,000 tonnes of which end up in landfills that had already maxed their capacities back in 2008. Numerous private companies are now coming forward to join hands with the local government and minimize the damage of this environmental impact.
IIT Delhi opens its ‘Central Research Facility’ for researchers from across country
Education | September 28, 2021 19:07 IST
IIT Delhi launched a new platform on Tuesday (September 28) where anyone from across India can log in to the CRF and book research instruments online.
Mumbai, US academicians win 2021 Yidan Prize for Education Research
Education | September 28, 2021 17:01 IST
Mumbai-based Pratham Education Foundation's CEO Dr. Rukmini Banerji and Stanford University's Prof Eric A. Hanushek have been awarded the '2021 Yidan Prize for Education Research'.
Hubble's new 'molten Einstein ring' image prompts new research
September 25, 2021 16:37 IST
The image showcased a remote galaxy that is greatly magnified and distorted by the effects of gravitationally warped space.
Delhi govt's Mega PTM has helped parents get involved in children's development process: Research
Education | September 23, 2021 19:00 IST
Mega PTM was an initiative launched by the Arvind Kejriwal government in 2016 to increase parental engagement in its schools and connect society with these institutions. Its purpose, the statement said, was to bridge the communication gap between parents and teachers.
Agriculture research essential for food security: Narendra Tomar
India | September 19, 2021 7:31 IST
Along with foodgrains, demand for edible oil, milk and milk products, meat, egg, fish, vegetables, fruits and sugar will increase significantly. In comparison, natural resources are limited and there is also challenge of climate change.
IIT Delhi researchers develop device to generate electricity from raindrops, ocean waves
Education | September 18, 2021 15:27 IST
IIT Delhi researchers have designed a device that can generate electricity from water drops, raindrops, water streams, and even ocean waves.
Study suggests witnessing abuse of sibling by parent might lead to mental health issues
News | September 18, 2021 11:21 IST
The findings of a new study from the University of New Hampshire suggest that children who witness the abuse of a sibling by their parent can be just as traumatized as those witnessing violence by parents against each other.
Researchers identify likely cause of Alzheimer's disease
September 16, 2021 18:35 IST
Researchers have in a groundbreaking study identified a 'blood-to-brain pathway' that can lead to Alzheimer's disease, offering potential new prevention and treatment opportunities for the debilitating brain disorder, which is the most prevalent form of dementia globally.
Scientists who declined COVID-19 leak theory linked to Wuhan lab, Chinese researchers: Report
World | September 15, 2021 8:11 IST
One of the scientists who signed a letter published in The Lancet on March 7 last year rejecting the lab-leak theory had links to Chinese researchers, their colleagues or funders.
Research suggests mental health distress continued to increase during COVID pandemic
News | September 11, 2021 12:21 IST
The findings of a new report suggest that half a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, several men and women in the USA continued to experience psychological distress, depression, and anxiety.
Deendayal Upadhyaya research chair in 15 UP varsities
Education | September 06, 2021 15:17 IST
UP government introduced some qualitative changes in the education system to augment the research facilities and inculcating the elements of cultural heritage into young minds.
Older people with abdominal fat, weak muscles more likely to develop mobility problems: Study
Lifestyle | September 02, 2021 8:43 IST
A new study has found that the dangerous combination of weak muscles and abdominal fat can lead to a significant loss of gait speed in older people.
Stop prescribing hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19, warn researchers
August 31, 2021 23:20 IST
Hydroxychloroquine approved to treat or prevent malaria as well as some auto-immune conditions -- does not help in the recovery of patients hospitalised due to Covid-19, but may cause harm.
Genetic risk scores can aid accurate diagnosis of epilepsy: Study
Lifestyle | August 31, 2021 9:00 IST
Although epilepsy is a relatively common condition, affecting approximately 1 per cent of individuals worldwide, it is often difficult to diagnose in clinical practice and it is estimated that up to a quarter of all cases may be misdiagnosed initially.