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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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Drug for Alopecia Areata Could Bid Good Bye for Hair Loss and Baldness
Researchers have found that ruxolitinib and tofacitinib used for bone marrow malignancy and arthritis can help regrow hair lost due to alopecia areata.
Clumps of Neuron Killing Proteins Implicated in Neurodegenerative Disorders
Mutation in SOD1 leads to clumping of proteins that kill neuron cells in neurodegenerative diseases like ALS. Phosphorylation of SOD1 was found to reverse it.
Skin Cancer Testing Recommended for Organ Transplant Patients of Every Color
Organ transplant increases the risk for skin cancer even among African American, Asian and Hispanic population, revealed a study.
Certain Children’s Toys Could Lower Vitamin D Levels
Increased exposure to estrogen disruptors found in certain cosmetics and children’s toys could lower levels of vitamin D, finds study.
World Alzheimer’s Day 2016 - ‘Remember Me’
World Alzheimer’s day 2016 is celebrated to remove misconceptions about Alzheimer’s disease and to raise awareness about dementia and Alzheimer’s.
