Articles by Deepthi B
Retiring Early? Working Past Age 65 Is Linked To Longer Life, New Study Says
Working after the retirement age of 65 has its own share of benefits, finds a new research from the Oregon State University. "Longer life" being one of the prime benefits!
China Creates World's First Graphene Electronic Paper: What This Means For The Future
China has recently developed the world's first graphene electronic paper that can revolutionize optical displays for smart devices. Graphene is hailed as the lightest and strongest material available in the world today.
Number Of Tigers Poached In India Early This Year Higher Than All Of 2015
Tigers are being poached at an increased rate in India, where the largest population of these majestic cats live. More tigers have already been poached so far in the year 2016 compared to the whole of 2015.
Feeling Too Stressed Out? Living Near The Beach May Boost Your Mental State
Feeling stressed? Having a view of the ocean or living by the beach might prove to be beneficial to your mental health, reveals a new study.
Ancient City Of Palmyra Retains Authenticity, Integrity Despite Destruction: UNESCO
The ancient Syrian city of Palmyra was visited by UNESCO as part of a technical rapid assessment mission to take preliminary stock of its destruction. The World Heritage site fell under a year-long invasion by Islamic State terrorists (ISIS).
Do Plants Form Memories? Scientist Finds 'Remembering' Protein
In an amazing discovery, plants might just be capable of forming memories, suggests a biologist from the Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research in Massachusetts. A prion-like protein discovered in a plant might be responsible for its memory-making capability.
New Weight Loss Option For Women: What Are Silicon Balloon Implants?
A new weight reduction procedure involves the implants of silicon balloons. It is a non-invasive procedure and can apparently help you lose about 20 to 30 pounds of body weight within a couple of months.
One Sign Of Aging? Your Ability To 'Smell' Aromas Through Your Mouth Declines
Along with the loss of sight and hearing during old age comes the loss of smell, according to a new study by the Oregon State University. One's ability to smell odors through the mouth declines considerably with age.
Is Addiction To Video Games Tied To Depression, OCD, Anxiety, ADHD?
Individuals with ADHD, anxiety, and depression were more likely to show signs of technology addiction. Additionally, the addiction was found to be more prevalent in young, single men compared to others, reveals a new study.
Darwin-OP2 Robot To Help Children With Autism Communicate More Easily
The newly designed Darwin-OP 2 Robot comes equipped to help autistic children in bettering their communication skills and social interactions. The robot is designed by Chung Hyuk Park, a biomedical engineering professor.
People Suffering From Anorexia Miss Out On Care: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment For This Eating Disorder
Sixty-eight percent of people with anorexia, a serious eating disorder, go untreated, reveals a new study. Anorexia can be potentially life-threatening.
More Than 1 Million Kids Aged 5 Below Die In India Annually: Report
Because of the lack of proper health and medical care systems in India, more than 1 million children who are 5 years old and below die each year. The country registers the highest mortality rate in a 15-nation list.
Nurturing Your Child During Preschool Years Is Linked To Better Learning, Memory Response
It's important to give children in their preschool years appropriate support, attention and nurturing, says a new Washington University School of Medicine study. Giving proper nurturing can affect children's learning abilities, memory power and emotional intelligence later in life.
Flu Jab Is More Effective When Given Early In The Morning, Study Says
Flu shots given early in the morning are more effective than ones given later during the day, revealed a new study done by researchers at the University of Birmingham. These findings could prove instrumental in improving the overall vaccination strategies.
It's Rocket Science: ISRO Creates Tiny Heart Assist Device From Rocket Material
Materials and technology usually used in the rocket world have been innovatively leveraged to develop an artificial heart pumping machine. The artificial pump works almost as fast as the human heart!
Eyesight, Hearing Of 2-Year-Old Brazilian Girl Restored After A 'Miracle'
A 2-year-old Brazilian girl who was born deaf and blind underwent surgical procedures in Miami, Florida. After several failed surgeries in Brazil, the one in Miami turned out to be a miraculous success!
Wildlife Biologists Confirm New Primate Species First Spotted In Arunachal
A relatively newly-discovered species of monkeys, the white cheeked macaque, has been discovered in India. Previously, it was spotted for the very first time in China in 2015.
Tomatoes, Watermelons Might Lower Your Risk For Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers that men can acquire, said the National Cancer Institute. Good news is that a diet rich in red fruits and vegetables, such as tomatoes and watermelons, can help reduce its risks.
Long-term Sleep Deprivation Negatively Affects Cholesterol Metabolism, Contributes To Heart Disease
Sleep deprivation over a course of time can negatively impact cholesterol metabolism and can lead to the development of killer health diseases, reveals a new study from the University of Helsinki.
Unnoticed Amazon River Coral Reef May Already Be In Danger, Scientists Say
A 600-mile-long coral reef has been found thriving with marine organisms at the mouth of the Amazon River, going unnoticed until now. However, the site has been marked for oil explorations, thus endangering the newly found coral reef's ecosystem.
High-Speed Flexible Silicon Transistor May Soon Power Wearables
The next generation of hi-tech wearables may use flexible silicon-based transistors developed by University of Wisconsin-Madison engineers. These transistors not only have the ability to operate at high speeds, but could even be mass produced on a huge roll.
ISRO's Light-As-Air 'Silica Aerogel' Material May Help Indian Soldiers Keep Warm
The world's lightest material ever, 'Silica Aerogel' has been developed by Indian scientists from the Vikram Sarabhai Space Center. This aerogel is also referred to as 'Frozen Smoke' and 'Blue Air.'
Two Massive Volcanic Eruptions May Have Led To Dark Ages In Europe And Beyond
The dark ages of Europe might be linked to two massive volcanic eruptions that happened thousands of years ago, reveals a study. The back-to-back volcanic eruptions occurred in 536 A.D. and 540 A.D.
Aunt Creates Rare Three-Way 'Kidney Chain' To Save Her Niece's Life
In a unique three-way kidney swap chain, an aunt helped save not only her niece’s life, but also enhanced the lives of two others who were in need of kidney transplants.
World Leaders Head To New York To Kickstart Climate Deal, Discuss Sustainability Goals
World leaders from more than 160 countries are coming together at the UN headquarters to sign a record-breaking international agreement on climate change, reports the UN.
Canadian Man To 'Run For Wellness' In 10 Half-Marathons For Mental Health Awareness
In a bid to raise awareness about the positive effects exercise has on mental health, Jacob Morris intends to run 10 half-marathons in 10 Canadian cities, around mid-June to mid-July.
Self-Healing Polymer Could Help Create Artificial Muscle For Robotics, Prosthetics
The world of prosthetics or robotics could most probably benefit from this newly discovered polymer material that can stretch up to 100 times its own length. It also comes with the phenomenal capability of self-healing.
How Indoor Pollution Is Harming Your Health: Study
Indoor pollution seemingly appears to be taking a deadly toll on human health as well as human lives. By putting certain policies in place and using technology to our benefit, we can try and curb indoor pollution, suggest researchers from the University of Surrey.
Massive Tectonic Shifts May Have Triggered Different Ice Ages
The reason behind the infamous ice ages might have been discovered by geologists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Ancient tectonic collisions seem to have triggered the ice ages.
Eating Healthy Could Reduce Women's Risk For High Blood Pressure After Gestational Diabetes
Women who developed pregnancy-related diabetes are at a higher risk of developing hypertension and high blood pressure much later in life, suggests a new study. The good news is, a healthy diet can address this issue.
