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Why in the news? Indian scientists have made significant advancements in using gene therapy to treat Haemophilia A, a rare blood disorder. This breakthrough offers long-term relief by addressing the genetic cause, improving quality of life for affected individuals. About Gene Therapy Breakthrough for Haemophilia A in India: Indian scientists have achieved significant progress in …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 3 – GM Crops , food security , Achieving sustainable development goals Focus : This article examines genetically modified (GM) crops as a solution to global food security challenges. It highlights their benefits, including increased yields, reduced pesticide use, and enhanced nutrition, while addressing concerns such as ecological risks, high costs, and …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Science and technology – Development and its application in everyday live. Life Science Why in the News? Wave Life Sciences, a U.S.-based biotech firm, recently became the first company to clinically treat a genetic disorder by editing RNA, highlighting the potential of RNA editing over DNA-based therapies. Overview of RNA Editing Non-permanent …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Researchers using AI and genomics have identified over 160,000 new RNA viruses, aiding in understanding virus diversity and enhancing early detection for pandemic preparedness. Role of AI and Genomics in Virus Discovery: Researchers are combining AI, genomics, and gene sequencing to identify thousands of new viruses. Traditional algorithms miss evolved proteins, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? David Baker, Demis Hassabis, and John Jumper received the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for breakthroughs in computational protein design and AI-driven protein structure prediction. About Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2024 Winners: David Baker (University of Washington, USA) receives the Nobel Prize for “computational protein design.” Demis Hassabis and John M. …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Science and Technology: Development and its Application Awareness in the field of IT, Biotechnology, Nano-Technology etc. Why in the News? Scientists at Purdue University have levitated and spun fluorescent nanodiamonds (FNDs) at ultra-fast speeds, revealing new insights into quantum physics and potentially revolutionizing their industrial and research applications, especially as sensors Quantum …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Cabinet approved the ‘Bio-RIDE’ scheme to support biotechnology research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, aiming to strengthen India’s position in biomanufacturing and achieve a $300 billion bioeconomy by 2030. About the Key Approval: The Union Cabinet, led by PM Narendra Modi, approved the merger of two Department of Biotechnology (DBT) schemes …
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