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Meet MBNL1, key protein that causes cancer relapse; hope for new therapies, say scientists
Myupchar •Cancer not only affects the physical aspect of one’s life but also the emotional and financial aspect of it. It takes immense will power and courage to fight this deadly disease
Study suggests COVID-19 may have originated as early as September
Myupchar •A Cambridge study, which is yet to be peer-reviewed, has used genetic data to suggest that COVID-19 may have originated in September.
Deep space travel can significantly increase chances of stomach and colon cancer
•To investigate the effect of heavy ions on the GI tract, scientists used mouse intestine as a model system.
Dealing with climate change: Seven ways the planet could tip into 'Hothouse Earth'
•Climate change continues to outpace the transition to a green, clean global economy.
Indian-origin scientist develops artificial bone tissues, may help simplify transplant procedure
•Scientists, led by an Indian-origin researcher, have developed artificial bone tissues that could provide new bone marrow for patients needing transplants and make the procedure much safer.
Which year were you born? It can influence your obesity risk
Fp Archives •People born before 1942 are less likely to be affected by a variant to a gene linked to obesity risk than those who are born after 1942. The effect is stronger in those born in later decades, finds a fascinating research.
Arctic may be ice-free by 2058 say scientists
Fp Archives •Arctic may become ice-free for several months of the year, starting sometime during the years 2054 to 2058, a combined team of researchers from the US and China has predicted.