Samhita Vitta's Profile
B.Tech
Samhita has just completed her Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology from SRM Institute of Science and Technology. Her areas of interest are Cancer Biology and Molecular Biology. She is a pet lover, and during her leisure time, she volunteers in several adoption drives for Indian cats and dogs.
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Role of Unconventional T Cells in Severe COVID-19 Patients
Changes in unconventional T cells can predict the disease outcome in severe COVID-19 patients. These changes can be observed by monitoring the activity of these cells in the blood of patients.
Cancer Can be Detected Using Tattoo Ink and Food Dyes
Detection of cancer is possible by using an imaging technique coupled with nanoparticles loaded with coloring agents such as tattoo inks and food dyes.
National Nutrition Week – ‘Eat Right, Bite by Bite’
National Nutrition Week is celebrated annually from 1st September to 7th September. It focuses on educating people about the importance of nutrition and a healthy diet for the body.
Exercise and Sports Guidelines for Heart Disease Patients
European Society of Cardiology recently launched the exercise and sports guidelines for people with all types of heart diseases.
Plant-Based Diet is Not Linked to Hyperkalemia in CKD Patients
Hyperkalemia generally experienced in CKD patients. It was previously known that a plant-based diet rich in potassium was linked to HK. A recent study shows no link between a plant-based diet and HK.