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POSTED December 6, 2011 - 18:31 | POSTED BY Neharika Sabharwal

Scientists identify gene that regulates sleeping patterns

Ever wondered why some people can get by on just four hours of sleep while others need more shut eye for proper functioning? The difference may be in our genes, claims a new research.

According to scientists, a person’s sleeping habits are controlled by a specific gene variation called ABCC9, which is involved in sensing energy levels of cells in the body.

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POSTED October 24, 2011 - 10:26 | POSTED BY munish2425

GPS tracker for Alzheimer sufferers

In a recent study conducted by George Mason University's College of Health and Human Services in U.S., a GPS device will be used as a tracker for Alzheimer’s patients.

The shoes with in-built GPS device has been manufactured by GTX corporation and will soon launch 3000 pairs in U.S. market.

POSTED October 19, 2011 - 16:55 | POSTED BY munish2425

Genetic links with dengue fever identified

A recent research study conducted by the scientists of Oxford University in South East Asia led to the discovery of genes linked with dengue. The study explained why some people are more susceptible to dengue than others.

The study was conducted and closely monitored by Wellcome Trust Vietnam Research Programme, Oxford University Clinical Research Unit of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and the Genome Institute of Singapore.

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