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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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High Fructose Diet Worsens Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Consumption of high dietary fructose increases inflammation in the intestine and worsens inflammatory bowel disease. The adverse effects of fructose also change the enteric microbiota.
Childhood Chemotherapy can Alter Heart’s Caretaker Cells
Children undergoing chemotherapy with anthracyclines may experience heart damage later in life as anthracyclines alter the function of cardiac fibroblasts, the hearts caretaker cells.
Novel App Can Analyze Coronavirus Genome
New smartphone app called Genopo can analyze Coronavirus genome in less than half an hour.
Genetic Differences in Fat may Affect Health Risk of Men and Women
The genetic differences in the body fat of men and women may be responsible for different health risks in men and women.
Early Introduction of Gluten to Children can Prevent Celiac Disease
Introduction of gluten to children at 4 months of age can prevent celiac disease when compared to children who were introduced to gluten at 6 months of age.
