Simple blood test may detect cancer: Indian-origin scientist

Simple blood test may detect cancer: Indian-origin scientist

A path-breaking research by an Indian-American scientist suggests that a simple blood test may determine whether gene mutations associated with pancreatic cancer exist without the need of locating tumour tissue. The research takes into account tiny particles called ‘exosomes’ that are shed by cancer cells into the blood and contain the entire genetic blueprint of […]

Breakthrough for type-2 diabetes: Indian-origin scientist

Breakthrough for type-2 diabetes: Indian-origin scientist

If a single gene is not functioning properly, insulin is not released into the bloodstream to regulate blood sugar levels – leading to type 2 diabetes, claims a scientist of Indian origin. A research team led by Bellur S. Prabhakar, professor and head of microbiology and immunology at University of Illinois at Chicago College of […]