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B.Sc (Psychology), M.A (Sociology), Ph.D. (Epidemiology)

Chrisy Ngilneii

Chrisy is a Ph.D. Research Scholar at the University of Madras. Her area of specialization is in Epidemiology of Cancer. Writing is her passion. She has published scholarly articles on health topics in prominent journals, and had also edited two books in the academic field which are now available on view more..

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Venom of Cone Snails May Help Us Build Better Medicines

Venom of Cone Snails May Help Us Build Better Medicines

Toxic venom of purple cone snails may be used to build better medicines. A recent study found that cone snail venom can provide new delivery systems for drugs.

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Stanford-led Study Uncovers Secrets of P53 Tumor Suppressor

Stanford-led Study Uncovers Secrets of P53 Tumor Suppressor

Mutation in the p53 tumor suppressor has been recently uncovered by a Stanford-led study. The study reveals how mutation supercharges the gene combat tumors.

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 Liquid Biopsy With Tumor DNA - New Detection of Liver Cancer

Liquid Biopsy With Tumor DNA - New Detection of Liver Cancer

Liquid biopsy carrying tumor DNA may be new way to detect liver cancer earlier and easier. Non-invasive blood tests present a better alternative.

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The Brain May Have Lymphatic System

The Brain May Have Lymphatic System

The brain may have a lymphatics system, as research found pipelines-like vessels in the dura region of the brain.

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False Penicillin Allergy - Risk for Surgical Site Infection

False Penicillin Allergy - Risk for Surgical Site Infection

Reported penicillin allergy increases the risk of surgical site infections (SSIs), by compromising on antibiotic prophylaxis less effective drug is used.

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