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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

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 may infect cells through alternate route; is it cause for concern [Explained]

According to scientists from the Washington University School of Medicine, a single mutation provides the SARS-CoV-2 virus the capacity to enter cells without the requirement of ACE2; however, no evidence of resulting evasion of COVID-19 vaccines and antibodies was found.

Jun 25, 2021

Safety features in airplane you didn't know about

New material found that can reduce jet engine sound by 80% to equal hair dryer's noise

The University of Bath has created an extremely light new material that can minimize airplane engine noise up to 80% and increase passenger comfort.

Jun 21, 2021

Novel multi-technology test can detect COVID-19 in just five minutes; can differentiate between coronaviruses [details]

A study led by researchers from Osaka University has demonstrated that a new testing platform developed by combining artificial intelligence and nanopore technology can detect the SARS-CoV-2 and discern between other coronaviruses.

Jun 20, 2021

Karnataka temple dug up in search of "treasure"; police arrests seven accused [details]

This seven-member gang, which also included a prominent astrologer and Assistant Director of Co-operative Societies, however, developed cold feet after digging around a 10 feet pit in front of the chief deity of their village Bosmanahalli, abandoned their mission halfway through, and left the temple.

Jun 20, 2021

New therapy can trick COVID into attacking itself; could reduce lung injury [details]

According to the multi-institutional study, 'nanodecoys' derived from human lung spheroid cells (LSCs), can not only bind with the SARS-CoV-2 virus but also block it and promote viral clearance.

Jun 18, 2021

RRR: Alia Bhatt being paid a bomb for SS Rajamouli's magnum opus

RRR: Alia Bhatt to take home a hefty number for playing 'Sita' in SS Rajamouli's magnum opus

Jun 18, 2021

IISc's study reveals novel insights into the structure of Covid spike protein, may help in developing vaccines.

Breakthrough: IISc's study gives new insights into structure of Covid spike protein

Research team at the Molecular Biophysics Unit (MBU) of the Indian Institute of Science has made a crucial breakthrough in the study of the spike protein (S Protein) of the SARS-CoV-2 virus which causes Covid-19.

Jun 17, 2021

Cabinet clears corporatisation of Ordinance Factory Board; unions threaten strike

Seven new government-owned corporate entities, modeled after Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) such as Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), would be established as part of the reforms

Jun 17, 2021

New treatment stops increase of Alzheimer's disease in monkeys, human trials soon

A new CpG ODN therapy induces immune defense cells to swallow misshapen proteins, which are known to destroy surrounding brain cells as part of Alzheimer's disease.

Jun 15, 2021

What caused Uttarakhand's devastating floods; mystery finally solved [details]

According to a study by an international team of researchers, the devastating floods that occurred in Chamoli District of Uttarakhand were a result of a cataclysmic avalanche.

Jun 13, 2021

Discovery of new coronavirus in bats raise alarm, new pathogen genetically close to Covid-19

Scientists are now trying to determine how many of these viruses have the capability to spread to people

Jun 13, 2021

Natural compound found in body blocks COVID-19; protects lung cells [details]

According to scientists from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, a bioactive chemical messenger found in the body can block the entry of SARS-CoV-2 into cells.

Jun 12, 2021

Pfizer Covid-19 jabs protective against Beta, Gamma variant, Covaxin against Delta [Reports]

While Pfizer Covid-19 jabs protective against Beta, Gamma variant, while Covishiled was found to be behind blood clots which are rare in India, according to experts but Covaxin was found effective against Delta variant

Jun 11, 2021

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