Amygdala: What It Is? What is The Function? Author: Josna Lewis The amygdala is a small part of the brain and has vast functions. It is part of the limbic system, linked with the processing of emotions, behavior, and memory. It also possesses control over reaction to stress, attention, and sexual instinct. The amygdala means […]
Read MoreAuthor: Hemalatha C H What is Neuroplasticity ? Neuroplasticity is like the brain’s capacity, strength to be versatile and adaptable. Ability of the brain to make a novel connection by individual experience. This means that the network connections between brain cells, called neurons, can change based on different things that happen, such as learning new […]
Read MoreFading Away: The Science Behind Cellular Death Author: Atharva Tilewale Abstract Cell death is a critical biological phenomenon wherein a cell ceases to function. This process, essential for maintaining organismal homeostasis, occurs through various mechanisms, including programmed cell death and pathological factors like diseases or injuries. Understanding the reasons behind cell demise is pivotal, as […]
Read MoreCaffeine and Health Author: Fathima Sible D Souza What is Caffeine? Caffeine is a naturally occurring chemical found in coffee, cacao, kola nuts, tea leaves, and 60 other products. For many of us, there is nothing better than waking up to a cup of coffee or tea, possibly because it gives us a burst of […]
Read MoreAuthor: Shriti Kewat Abstract: Nearly 80% of the nitrogen expelled by humans and other mammals takes the form of urea, which is created by a sequence of events that take place in the cytosol and mitochondrial matrix of liver cells. The Krebs-Henseleit cycle or the urea cycle are the collective names for these processes. Ammonia […]
Read MoreHelicobacter pylori-Associated Ulcers with Diabetic Patients: A Microbiological and Public Health Challenge in West Africa. Author: Emmanuel Michael Abstract Helicobacter pylori infection is a common worldwide bacterial infection and is strictly associated with gastrointestinal disorders and peptic ulcers. In West Africa, where the prevalence of diabetes is rapidly rising, the coexistence of diabetes mellitus […]
Read MoreAuthor: Fathima Sible D Souza What is Immunotherapy? Introduction of immunotherapy Immunotherapy is a form of treatment that harnesses the power of the body’s immune system to combat infections and other illnesses. The immune system is made up of various components such as white blood cells, antibodies, cytokines, lymph nodes, and organs. Immunotherapy is also […]
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