Source: IE Subject: Science and Technology Context: An IISc Bengaluru–led breakthrough on magnetic nanobots for targeted cancer therapy has gained global attention after Dr Ambarish Ghosh won the 2025 New York Academy of Sciences–Tata Sons Transformation Prize. About Nanobots: What they are? Nanobots (nanorobots) are microscopic machines at the nanometre scale designed to operate inside …
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Syllabus: Health + Anthropology Source: TH Context: A recent Cell study revealed India’s unparalleled genetic diversity—stemming from ancient migrations, interbreeding with archaic humans, and centuries of endogamy—has profound implications for health, ancestry mapping, and personalised medicine. About India’s Unique Genetic Legacy: Definition – India’s genetic wealth arises from ancient migrations, mixing with Neanderthals and Denisovans, …
Source: ToI Context: Prime Minister announced the successful completion of the Genome India Project, marking a significant advancement in India’s biotechnology landscape. About Genome India Project: What it is: A national initiative for decoding India’s genetic diversity through large-scale genome sequencing. Launched In: January 2020. Ministry: Funded by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 7 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Syllabus: Science and Technology Source: TH Context: Recently, companies like Wave Life Sciences have made significant strides in RNA editing, with the first clinical application of this technology. About RNA Editing: Definition: RNA editing involves making precise changes to RNA molecules, which carry instructions from DNA to produce proteins. This process allows scientists to correct …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 14 October 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Syllabus: Healthcare and Technology Source: TH Context: Precision medicine is a rapidly evolving approach to healthcare that tailors treatment based on individual genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. In India, despite strides in this field, the lack of robust biobank regulations is a major hurdle in advancing precision medicine. What is Precision Medicine and Biobanks? Precision …
