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Why in the news? Scientists at the Institute of Advanced Virology (IAV) in Thonnakkal developed a method for producing non-infectious Nipah virus-like particles (VLPs) in the lab. These VLPs mimic the wild-type Nipah Virus (NiV), offering a safe and effective platform for developing neutralizing antibodies against NiV in a biosafety level-2 (BSL) laboratory. source:medium About …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3 : Science and technology related to health and use of artificial intelligence GS-4 :Laws, rules, regulations, and conscience as sources of ethical guidance. Focus : This article delves into the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on drug development, specifically focusing on target protein identification and drug-target interaction prediction. It explores the advancements …
Read MoreWhy in the news? AIIMS conducts a study to validate indigenous HPV testing kits for cervical cancer screening, aiming to enhance accessibility and affordability. About the AIIMS Study on HPV Testing Kits: AIIMS, Delhi, launches a study to validate indigenous HPV testing kits for cervical cancer screening. The study aims to assess the accuracy of …
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