Holistic, integrated planning across sectors is vital to ensure disaster response is timely and effective.

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medlinkTransgender/medlink students are more likely to seek help from teachers and not from their parents, finds a new study led by researchers at

Transgender students are less likely to seek help from their parents and more likely to seek support from their schoolteachers when compared to their cisgender classmates.

Transgender and gender diverse (TGD) youth are over five times more likely to screen positive for medlinksuicide risk/medlink compared to cisgender

At Washington University in St. Louis, researchers used a comprehensive strategy to investigate how genetics affect youth behavior. By collecting a wide

Tanusree Paul and Naga Velpuri call for investing in interventions to strengthen women’s capabilities and participation in water governance.

The post Mainstreaming gender in participatory irrigation management: Why does empowerment matter? first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

IWMI's Shilp Verma is interviewed on India Today about the water crisis in India's metro cities.

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medlinkZebrafish/medlink exhibits a crucial role in the fields of solid organ preservation and transplantation, especially with respect to experimental transplantation efforts.

With FDA approval, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland pioneers gene therapy for beta thalassemia, a rare genetic blood disorder, potentially alleviating

Breakthrough discovery sheds light on the genetic basis of dilated cardiomyopathy in Dobermanns, providing insights into the genetic risk factors for

Scientists in /medlink Bonn pinpoint uncommon genetic mutations linked to male-pattern hair loss. From receding hairlines to the iconic horseshoe baldness

Genetic mutation of apolipoprotein L1 (APOL1) gene, helps to cover the hole in kidney cells created by harmful mutations, thereby reducing the risk of medlinkkidney diseases/medlink.

An international collaboration aims to enhance global health by investigating the impact of genomic and environmental diversity on variations in disease risk observed worldwide (!--ref1--).

A new study found that 1 in 25 people had a genotype that is associated with a short lifetime. It disclosed that a pathogenic variant in the BRCA2 gene,

Nobel Prize-winning inventors of CRISPR, awarded in 2020, have seen their gene-editing tool gain approval in the UK for the first-ever therapy targeting

Unlocking the full sequence of the human medlinkY chromosome/medlink represents a breakthrough in genetics, presenting fresh opportunities for studying

Two girls with a rare genetic brain disorder called Rett Syndrome was successfully treated by a first-ever novel gene therapy- NGN-401, developed by US-based Neurogene.

A groundbreaking screening test, desNIPT, has proven effective in detecting fetal gene changes, pivotal in severe congenital conditions. Utilizing a blood

medlinkPregnant women/medlink with high levels of certain genetic mutations- especially those associated with involuntary muscle contraction - were less likely to respond to preterm treatment.

Researchers have introduced an innovative statistical tool enhancing the identification of disease-causing genetic variants. This tool combines information

Leveraging genetic mapping, scientists pinpointed a gene on human chromosome 21 named Dyrk1a. In the mouse model of medlinkDown syndrome/medlink,

CDD - CDKL5 deficiency disorder, a most common type of medlinkgenetic epilepsy/medlink in children, occurs due to the loss of genes producing the CDKL5 enzyme.

Researchers from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), US have identified over 275 million medlinkgenetic variants/medlink that were not previously reported.

Genetic predisposition towards greater muscle strength is associated with a longer medlinklifespan /medlink and reduced vulnerability to common diseases,

Genomic analysis indicates that inherited DNA may affect how women's cells handle chromosomal changes with age, specifically mLOX, as per a study by researchers

Researchers at the University of Toronto have created an RNA-targeting technology that uses the CRISPR system to precisely manipulate human gene parts

Most organisms rely on 20 standard medlinkamino acids/medlink to synthesize proteins, with few exceptions. Chemist Han Xiao's research focuses on

Obesity is a multifaceted condition influenced by genetics, dietary habits, environmental factors, and behavior. For centuries, obtaining enough food for sustenance was a challenge.

Scientists have discovered that genes often defy expectations, turning on when they should be off in healthy individuals. The team also identify several mechanisms behind these gene activity errors.

The gene ZNRF3, which is recognized for its role in cancer, also has implications on cognitive function. The medlinkhuman brain/medlink depends on

The discovery of more than 50,000 unusual i-motif structures in DNA by researchers may provide innovative strategies for treating and diagnosing diseases

Accessory conduction pathways in the heart, associated with medlinkWolff-Parkinson-White syndrome/medlink, can lead to rhythm disturbances uncovered

Patients born with genetic medlinkblindness/medlink experienced significant visual improvements after a single treatment with gene therapy developed

Lipoprotein(a) is a lipid particle and a common genetic cause of cardiovascular diseases. 20% of the world population carries this genetic risk factor (!--ref1--).

Researchers have united in a consortium called SSPsyGene to investigate the genetic origins of neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders (NPD), including

Analysis of shared genomic segments, which indicate distant "relatedness," has uncovered undiagnosed cases of biLong QT syndrome, a rare condition

The human brain's extended development is distinct among mammals and is believed to enhance our advanced learning capabilities. Disruptions in this process

A groundbreaking study, GUARDIAN, is exploring the potential of DNA analysis for newborn screening (!--ref1--). Early findings suggest that genome sequencing

The human brain is a remarkable and intricate organ. It features specialized and interconnected areas that govern our thoughts, personality, and behavior.

Lower diligence in type 2 diabetes patients increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, but maintaining a healthy lifestyle is essential for better heart health.

Discover how diabetes risk genes impair cellular resilience, making cells more vulnerable to stress and damage, contributing to the development of diabetes.

In men diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), the recently approved minimally invasive Optilume BPH device treatment not only enhances urinary

Twenty percent of individuals carry one or more high-risk or oncogenic types of human papillomavirus (HPV), stated a new study published in iThe Lancet Global Health.

Lack of a gene that produces the "MC2 protein," which is critical for creating a functional connection between the sperm head and tail, can result in

A recent global study published in Lancet Public Health reveals significant disparities in health outcomes between men and women, shedding light on the

Explore how the genetic testing industry is transforming healthcare through precision medicine ensuring patient privacy and data security.

Veteran playback singer SP Balasubramaniam, who had tested Covid-19 positive earlier this month, is now on life support. A statement issued by the

SP Balasubrahmanyam, the 74-year-old Padma Bhushan award-winning legendary singer breathed his last today after a long battle with COVID-19. Singers,

Argentina football legend Diego Maradona breathed for the last time at his home after suffering a cardio-respiratory arrest on Wednesday, according to his lawyer.

Kannada Power Star and a fitness enthusiast i Puneeth Rajkumar /i anchored an exemplary paradigm even after his death as he donated his eyes. The