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B.Sc, M.Sc.
Amrita has a masters in Human Genetics from Sri Ramachandra medical College and is hooked onto everything even remotely associated with genes. She loves every aspect of writing, the research, planning and actually weaving all the thoughts together. If she's not writing, she's busy being an avid view more..
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One Cent Lab on a Chip Technology Developed for Diagnosis of Diseases
Scientists develop one cent lab on a chip technology that can be used for cost effective diagnosis of diseases.
Predicting Risk for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Gene variations associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease were identified to determine people at high risk.
Key Proteins Associated With Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms Identified
Scientists from Johns Hopkins University have found that targeting Parkin and PINK1 protein levels could remove symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.
Fitter and Drug Resistant Strain of Malaria Parasite Threatens to Rise to Epidemic Proportions
Multidrug resistant strains of Plasmodium faliparum (malaria parasite) are increasing in numbers across Asia which requires urgent control and treatment.
High Effective mRNA Vaccine Against Zika Developed
A new potentially potent Zika virus was developed using mRNA that protects against Zika infection after a single dose.
