Novel medication more effective for patients with relapsed blood cancer
The medicine increases anti-cancer activity via altering immune cells. The hematopoietic cell transplant team at Osaka Metropolitan University Graduate School... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaCellular inflammation behind rare neurodegenerative condition: Scientists
When functional, a lysosome converts big carbohydrates into tiny sugars, which are then used as an energy source. Researchers have found that inflammation in... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaTwo doctors, victory against cancer: Behind India’s low-cost CAR T-cell therapy
An IIT professor and a doctor at Tata Memorial have developed a low-cost version of a breakthrough treatment. Their mission now: To make it accessible to all. Key Points
Hindustan TimesStem cells role in protecting gastric mucosa, finds study
Ikoma [Japan], June 29 (ANI): The parietal, chief, pit, and neck cells make up the gastric corpus, which is a major component of the glandular stomach. Each of these specialised epithelial cells plays a crucial part in digestion, and they are constantly replenished by new ones created by stem cell differentiation. Gastric disorders such as […] Key Points
ThePrintPM Modi launches National Sickle cell Anaemia Elimination Mission from MP
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the National Sickle cell Anaemia Elimination Mission in Madhya Pradesh and distributed sickle cell genetic status cards. He also initiated the distribution of 3.57 crore Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana cards in the state. The mission aims to eliminate sickle cell anaemia and save the lives of 2.5 lakh affected children and families. Modi highlighted that India has the highest number of sickle cell cases worldwide. Key Points
mintStudy discovers diagnostic procedures for cardiovascular diseases
Washington [US], June 25 (ANI): Recent research has moved us one step closer to developing effective treatments for complex cardiovascular diseases. The most recent issue of the Journal of Pharmaceutical Analysis contains three articles on cutting-edge research in these areas. Cancer and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain two of modern medicine’s most pressing issues. Improving diagnostic […] Key Points
ThePrintPune: Cocaine seized, South African national arrested
The sleuths from the cell were working on an input that a foreigner was selling drugs in the Baner area of Pune. As per the information received, a trap was laid in Baner and a man was detained on the road in front of a plush residential society. Key Points
The Indian ExpressIn most IITs across India, SC/ST Cells barely have any activity or funds
The data shared by the APPSC show that of the 19 IITs that have SC/ST Cells, only 12 have web pages. At IIT Guwahati, while the SC/ST cell has no web page, it is the only IIT where the cell has not only conducted events, but has also been allocated funds and a separate room to function. Key Points
The Indian Express2 mobile phones found at Yerawada prison’s high-security cell, probe on
An internal probe by the prison department has been launched, an officer said. A senior officer with Pune police said that a probe had been initiated after the registration of the FIR and various investigation entities have been activated. Key Points
The Indian ExpressElectrical energy can be produced from blood sugar: Study
Basel (Switzerland), April 5 (ANI): In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin. This means that patients have to obtain the hormone externally to regulate their blood sugar levels. Nowadays, this is mostly done via insulin pumps that are attached directly to the body. These devices, as well as other medical applications such […] Key Points
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TMC questions Governor decision on special cell
Violent scenes of ransacking and arson were witnessed during a Ram Navami procession in some area of Howrah on Thursday. Similar incidents of violence were also reported from the district on Friday. Key Points
The Indian ExpressNeural stem cells help maintain their microenvironment: Study
Tokyo [Japan], March 16 (ANI): When it comes to cell kinds, stem cells essentially have limitless potential. These self-renewing cells, which may give birth to every cell type in the body, live in niches, which are specialised microenvironments. Researchers in Japan have now thrown fresh light on the dynamics of the neural stem cell niche, […] Key Points
ThePrintLuxury items in raid on alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar's cell | Video
As per reports, the surprise raid in his prison cell on Wednesday recovered Gucci slippers and ₹1.5 lakh in cash, among other things. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesNexCAR 19 cancer therapy: Conceived at IIT Bombay, delivered in Tata Memorial
CAR T-cell therapy involves modifying a patient’s T-cells—white blood cells that are integral to the immune system. The lab-modified cells are then infused in the patient to multiply and fight cancerous cells. The therapy costs $400,000 in the US and tenth of that in India. But, does it work? Key Points
mintA Cutting-Edge Cancer Treatment May Cause Cancer. The FDA Is Investigating
CAR-T cell therapy harnesses the immune system to attack blood cancers. Six years after approving the first treatment, the FDA is investigating whether it can give rise to secondary cancers. Key Points
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US approves two gene therapies for sickle cell disease
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday approved a pair of gene therapies for sickle cell disease, including the first treatment based on the breakthrough CRISPR gene editing technology. Key Points
ReutersIndia gets 1st homegrown CAR T-cell therapy centre at IIT-B. All about breakthrough cancer treatment
CAR T-cell therapy's a form of immunotherapy that uses body's immune cells called T-cells, a type of lymphocyte or white blood cell. It has been approved for various types of blood cancers. Key Points
ThePrintI thought I had a pimple and went to the dermatologist just in case. It turned out to be skin cancer.
The author found what she thought was a red pimple on her temple. A biopsy came back saying it was basal cell carcinoma. Key Points
InsiderElderly doc cheated for Rs 2 crores, Pune cops take custody of four suspects from Agra
In 2021, the Cyber crime cell of Pune city police registered a case in which a 60-year-old well known doctor in Pune was cheated for Rs 2.01 crores between 2013 and 2021. Key Points
The Indian ExpressWatch: Luxury items seized after raid in Sukesh Chandrashekhar's jail cell
As per reports, the surprise raid in his prison cell on Wednesday recovered Gucci slippers and ₹1.5 lakh in cash, among other things. | Latest News India Key Points
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Bluebird bio to sell sickle cell FDA voucher for $103 mln if therapy approved
Bluebird bio (BLUE.O) said on Monday it has agreed to sell its priority review voucher for $103 million if it gets the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approval for its gene therapy to treat sickle cell disease. Key Points
ReutersGovt mulling incentives for ASHA workers to mobilise individuals for sickle cell disease screening
The Indian government is considering providing incentives to ASHA health activists to encourage them to mobilize individuals for sickle cell disease screening and distribution of sickle cell cards. Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited blood disorders, and the government has launched a mission to eliminate the disease by 2047. The mission includes screening the population, providing genetic counseling, and offering care for those with the disease. Key Points
Economic TimesWhat is basal cell carcinoma, the skin cancer Hugh Jackman got screened for
Hugh Jackman was seen wearing a bandage on his nose post undergoing biopsy for basal cell carcinoma, a common type of skin cancer. All you want to know. | Health Key Points
Hindustan TimesArvind Kejriwal arrested: How AAP chief spent first night in Tihar Jail?
Arvind Kejriwal has been lodged in jail number 2. He will be allowed to meet with his family today. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesCure for sickle cell disease on the horizon? US drug regulator is reviewing 2 new gene therapies
FDA is scheduled to review gene therapies from two American companies — Vertex Pharmaceuticals & Bluebird Bio Inc. If approved, therapies could mean a breakthrough for curing SCD. Key Points
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All about India's 1st 'living drug' that uses patient's own genetically engineered cells to fight cancer
Patients already registering for CAR T-cell therapy, developed indigenously by ImmunoACT under the name NexCAR19. It will be used to treat leukemia & refractory or relapsed lymphoma. Key Points
ThePrintBosch ups investment in hydrogen, begins fuel-cell power module production
German auto supplier Bosch will invest almost 2.5 billion euros ($2.8 billion) in hydrogen fuel cell technology from 2021 to 2026 and expects to generate roughly 5 billion in sales from it by 2030, the company said on Thursday. Key Points
ReutersCOVID-19 can cause brain cells to fuse, study finds
COVID-19 causes neurons to undergo a cell fusion process, which has not been seen before, according to a study published in Science Advances. The research explored how SARS-CoV-2 alters the function of the nervous system. Once neurons fuse, they either start firing synchronously, or they stop functioning altogether. The discovery offers a potential explanation for persistent neurological effects after a viral infection, according to the researchers. Key Points
Economic TimesMatter collaborates with Prof Arumugam Manthiram to develop cell technology
The start-up says Dr. Manthiram brings a wealth of experience in lithium-ion cell technology and has extensively worked on the design and development of sustainable, low-cost, durable materials for electrochemical energy conversion. Key Points
FinancialexpressResearchers give insights into cell's repair system
Washington [US], October 8 (ANI): In living organisms, the membrane that encloses the cells is incredibly delicate and flexible. Many biological activities depend on how it repairs and protects itself from harm, yet this process is still poorly understood. Researchers at Forschungszentrum Julich have now used cryo-electron microscopy to uncover intriguing new information. Known from […] Key Points
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PM Modi to flag off 5 Vande Bharat trains in Madhya Pradesh today
The prime minister will flag off the trains after reaching Rani Kamalapati railway station around 10:30 am, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said in a statement. The PM will also launch the National Sickle cell Anaemia Elimination Mission on the same day. Key Points
India TodayStudy shows how cancer cells evade drug treatments
Findings indicate that cells can use alternate pathways for uncontrolled growth. US researchers have found during a study how cancer cells manage to evade... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaRare fat molecule helps drive cell death: Study
The findings shed new light on how cells die during ferroptosis, potentially improving understanding of how to prevent ferroptosis in contexts where it is harmful, such as... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaPhotos with Modi & Yogi, campaigned for MP polls — IIT-BHU gangrape accused were part of BJP IT Cell
One of accused is said to be son-in-law of Madan Mohan Tiwari, local BJP councillor from Varanasi’s Brij Enclave. All three have Facebook profiles showing their link with IT cell of party. Key Points
ThePrintHashish worth Rs 1.04 crore seized in Mumbai, 6 including Kashmir resident held
Mumbai Police's Anti-Narcotics cell (ANC) busted an interstate drug racket in the city and seized a huge cache of contraband. Six people have been arrested in the recovery of illegal substances. Key Points
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New glaucoma treatment strategy to guide stem cells to retina
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide. Researchers have identified a promising new strategy for glaucoma cell replacement therapy. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaNew glaucoma treatment strategy to guide stem cells to retina
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide. Researchers have identified a promising new strategy for glaucoma cell replacement therapy. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaHurricane Otis survivors are in severe need of food and assistance
In several places, the brown floodwaters went on for miles. To live, a lot of the locals were stealing necessities from stores. Others went on extensive shopping sprees, leaving with more expensive merchandise. Residents organized themselves with the assistance of friends and family who lived in other areas of Mexico and the United States as cell phone signals started to restore to some portions of the city. Key Points
Economic TimesCrypto Users Beware: Hamas stole Rs 4 crore from Delhi user's wallet to fund Israel attack, claims Mossad
Delhi Police's Special cell is investigating a case of cryptocurrency theft where a west Delhi businessman had approximately Rs 4 crore stolen from his wallet. The investigation took a breakthrough when Israel's intelligence agency, Mossad, shared information about suspect wallets operated by terrorist groups. The stolen assets were traced to wallets operated by the cyber terrorism wing of Hamas. Intelligence agencies are on high alert for renewed hacking efforts by Hamas. Key Points
Economic TimesDrug delivery method reverse senescence of stem cells: Study
Washington [US], June 28 (ANI): Researchers discovered methods for removing older cells from cultures when the capture rate is low. Rather than removing old cells, it is preferable to prevent them from entering senescence in the first place. These findings were published in the journal, ‘Advanced Functional Materials.’ Our bodies change and degenerate as we […] Key Points
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Suspended Assam civil service officer arrested in connection with MPLAD scam
A suspended Assam Civil Service officer has been arrested in connection with an alleged Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) financial scam in Silchar. The officer, Sukanya Borah, was suspended last year for her alleged involvement in irregularities in projects funded by the MPLAD. Other officers, including a retired Public Works Department engineer and a Deputy Conservator of Forests, have also been arrested in connection with the same scam. | Latest News India Key Points
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