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M.Sc (Bio-Informatics)
Shravanthi has completed her post graduate degree in Bio-Informatics at Stella Maris College, Chennai. She has been teaching Biology for school and college students for the past 6 years through online tutoring. She has also completed a course on medical lab technology. Her interests include cooking view more..
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Familial Breast Cancer: New Gene EDC4 Involved
A new gene EDC4 is identified to cause familial breast cancer. The mutated EDC4 genes are highly sensitive to PRAP indicators.
New Drug Identified to Treat Menopausal Symptoms in Women
A new class of drugs has been identified to decrease menopausal symptoms in women. This drug can be used as an alternative to Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Soy-based Formula may Alter Reproductive Tissue in Infants
The reproductive system tissues were altered in infants who were fed with soy-based milk formula showed changes in reproductive cells and tissues, compared to those who used cow-milk formula or were breastfed.
Heart Patients may Benefit from TAVR Procedure
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement is a procedure that helps to repair the damaged heart valve. The individuals who underwent this procedure have experienced a significant increase in their quality of life.
Heart Disease can be Treated by Controlling the Accumulation of Ceramides
Ceramide is a type of fat that helps in the formation of cellular membranes. When excess fat is consumed, it gets accumulated in the blood vessels and causes Lipotoxic cardiomyopathy (LCM).
