Gopalan's Profile
M.A Journalism
Gopalan has worked with BBC Radio with a special interest in health. He has written news stories for Medindia
Written / Edited / Medically Reviewed
Molecules Impacting Circadian Rhythms Identified
Texas University researchers have identified a few molecules that impact the circadian rhythm. The discovery could mean a breakthrough in treating a variety of diseases associated with aging.
Greater Genetic Diversity Key To Crop Survival Amid Global Warming
Australian researchers have shown that genetic diversity could be the key to survival for food crops in the face of the looming threat of global warming.
Weight Loss Surgery No Answer To Type 2 Diabetes
Greater blood sugar control can be achieved with weight loss surgery, though the surgery is no cure for type 2 diabetes, according to a new study published in the British Journal of Surgery.
Licorice In The Fight Against Tooth Decay And Gum Disease
Licorice, used extensively in the Chinese traditional medicine, could help in the fight against tooth decay and gum disease.
UK Nurses Worry Over Falling Standards Of Care
A survey shows that the UK nurses are worried over the falling standards of their own profession. 58 per cent described the standard as either 'mediocre' or 'worryingly low.'