Jeevan Biswas

Articles by Jeevan Biswas

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Climate change altered size of humans; fossil study discovers groundbreaking evidence [details]

According to the study led by researchers from the Universities of Cambridge and Tübingen, the average size of the human body has fluctuated over millions of years depending on changes in the climate.

Jul 11, 2021

This COVID-19 Sensor Can Detect Coronavirus, Multiple Variants Within A Minute; Helpful in Work Spaces [Details]

Developed by scientists from multiple institutions, the accurate and non-invasive sensor can detect the presence of the SARS-CoV-2 and its variants within a minute.

Jul 10, 2021

Single-dose nasal vaccine provides full protection against COVID-19; blocks transmission of Coronavirus [details]

According to the multi-institutional study, a single dose of a parainfluenza virus 5 (PIV5)–based intranasal COVID-19 vaccine provided full protection in animal models.

Jul 9, 2021

Using COVID-19 to kill COVID-19: Scientists find way to destroy original virus [details]

Researchers from Pennsylvania State University have designed a synthesized defective version of SARS-CoV-2 that can drive not just the SARS-CoV virus, but also itself to its demise after affecting the replication of the original pathogen.

Jul 9, 2021

New way to target druggable 'Pockets' on notorious cancer protein found; promises new treatments [details]

Scientists from the University of Leeds have discovered druggable 'pockets' on the protein RAS, whose mutated form plays a crucial role in the pathology of cancer.

Jul 8, 2021

COVID-19 can infect and replicate in cells of galivary Glands; serve as reservoirs for COVID [details]

According to the study by researchers from the University of São Paulo's Medical School (FM-USP), the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus virus can infect and replicate in the cells of the salivary glands.

Jul 7, 2021

Three mutations in COVID-19 Epsilon variants lead to immune evasion; dampens action of antibodies [details]

According to the new multi-institutional study, the mutations on the Epsilon variant's spike glycoprotein can significantly decrease the ability of antibodies in neutralizing it.

Jul 6, 2021

Psychedelic drug in 'magic mushrooms' helps with depression; has potential for treatment [details]

According to scientists from Yale University, psilocybin—naturally found in some mushrooms— enable immediate and enduring increases in connections between neurons.

Jul 6, 2021

Experimental drug reduces replication of COVID-19 after infection; shows potential for treatment [details]

According to the multi-institutional study, animal models that were infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus and treated with a modified form of the drug called GC376 showed a reduction in viral load and improved survival.

Jul 4, 2021

What Makes Great White Sharks Faster Than Other Fish; Blood Holds Clue [Details]

According to a new study by an international team of researchers, warm-blooded fishes such as the great white shark are endowed with speed due to their temperature regulatory mechanism.

Jul 4, 2021

Japanese Study Finds Malaria Drug Mefloquine Effectively Blocks COVID-19; Reduces Viral Load In Synergy With HIV Drug

According to a multi-institutional Japanese study, Mefloquine was found to exhibit a strong antiviral action against the SARS-CoV-2 by inhibiting its entry into cells, and showed high potency in combination with an HIV drug, Nelfinavir.

Jul 3, 2021

This substance used in gyms can kill COVID-19, Influenza virus completely, study finds

According to researchers from the University of Melbourne, liquid chalk—a substance used in gyms for grip—functions as an antiseptic against the two infectious viruses.

Jul 2, 2021

Pet Dog Brutally Beaten to Death and Thrown Into Sea By 3 Youths In Kerala; Chilling Clip Goes Viral, Sparks Public Outrage

Bruno, a nine-year-old black Labrador was mercilessly beaten to death by three youths at the Adimalathura beach in the Vizhinjam region of Thiruvananthapuram district in Kerala; the accused were arrested and released on bail

Jul 2, 2021

COVID-19 vaccine reduces severity of disease; lowers viral load, length of infection [details]

According to a new study, individuals who develop COVID-19 in spite of vaccination are likely to experience milder symptoms, undergo a shorter duration of infection, and have lower viral loads.

Jul 1, 2021

Chef Falls Into Large Vat of Boiling Chicken Soup At Wedding Hall; Sustains Third-degree Burns, Succumbs

A 25-year-old chef in Zakho District in northern Iraq succumbed to severe burn injuries he sustained after falling into a vat of chicken soup that he was cooking.

Jul 1, 2021

Ancient Strain of Plague Discovered in 5000-yr-old Human Remains; How Different Was It From Medieval Black Death [Study]

According to a new study, genetic analysis of 5000-year-old human remains revealed that this ancient strain of Y. pestis was probably less lethal than its form that ravaged medieval Europe in the 14th century.

Jun 30, 2021

Crucial mutation in Alpha variant increases infectivity; helps overcome weaknesses of COVID [details]

According to a new multi-institutional study, the deletion of two amino acids from its notorious spike protein helps it invade cells better and infect them with improved efficiency.

Jun 29, 2021

Unique 'Spider Web' Mechanism that Traps, Kills Viruses Discovered; Holds Potential for COVID-19 Vaccine Development [Study]

According to a multi-institutional study, neutrophils utilize a unique mechanism that functions like a 'spider-web' that traps and kills viruses, including the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus; showing potential for implementation in the development of COVID-19 vaccines.

Jun 29, 2021

New spike mutations in Alpha, Beta variants of COVID-19 found; more infectious, evasive [Study]

According to the multi-institutional study, the spike protein of the Alpha (B.1.1.7 -UK) and Beta (B.1.351-South Africa) variants—both VOCs—have acquired structural changes that make them more lethal.

Jun 27, 2021

COVID-19 on hospital surfaces may not cause infection; low chances of transmission [details]

An interdisciplinary team of scientists from UC Davis has confirmed that hospital surfaces contaminated with the SARS-CoV-2 may not serve as a major route of transmission of COVID-19.