The Biomolecular Engineering Research Institute said it has used the technique of evolutionary engineering to create a type of catalytic antibody with 10 times greater ability to promote the linking

Scientists have discovered a gene mutation that they say plays a significant role in the development of prostate cancer. Men who carry the mutation in the gene CYP3A4 had more advanced prostate

A new study raises questions about the effectiveness of hormone supplements that contain estrogen in warding of heart trouble in older women. The study involved older women who already had heart

The Indian government's ban on the controversial contraceptive drug, Quinacrine has been welcomed by medical specialists and women's research groups in USA.

Adulterated mustard oil, responsible for the dropsy epidemic which has already claimed one victim, has found its way into locally made pickle. At least 30 per cent of pickle picked up in random

For the security personnel toughing it out at high altitude areas like Siachen or engaged in high-pressure job of combating militancy in the North -East , strain and intense loneliness can

Scientists have findings that may dampen the spirits of chronic-boozers--there is evidence of permanent brain damage in alcoholics. A team from the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences used the

The Madhya Pradesh government has decided to lift the ban on private practice by doctors of the health and family welfare department with immediate

Every year, about 50 US blood donors test positive on the standard HIV screening tests, even though they are not infected with the human immuno deficiencyvirus, researchers report. A certain pattern

Blood pressure levels usually dip somewhat during sleep, but working the late shift seems to disrupt this natural diurnal cycle, according to US researchers. People who work evening and night shifts