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This image illustrates the Central Dogma of Molecular Biology, showing the stepwise process from DNA to mRNA to protein synthesis and cellular function. It belongs to UPSC GS Paper 3 (Science & Technology), in the subject Biology/Genetics, and is vital for understanding gene expression and biotechnology topics.
Read MoreJames Watson, Co-Discoverer of DNA, Passes Away at 97 Nobel Laureate James Dewey Watson, the American biologist who co-discovered the double-helix structure of DNA with Francis Crick in 1953, has passed away at the age of 97. Their groundbreaking discovery, based on Rosalind Franklin’s X-ray images, transformed genetics by explaining how hereditary information is stored …
Read MoreCSIR-CCMB Discovers SPIN90 Protein’s Role in Cell Movement Why in the News? Scientists at CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Hyderabad, discovered the crucial role of SPIN90 protein in enabling cell movement and shape adaptation, helping immune cells destroy pathogens, published in Nature Structural & Molecular Biology. This groundbreaking research, supported by recent procurement …
Read MoreViruses, beyond causing diseases, play a vital role in biotechnology, medicine, and agriculture. From vaccines to nanotechnology, their applications drive innovation and economic growth.
Read MoreWhy in the News? DNA fingerprinting, based on polymorphisms and STR analysis, is crucial for forensic investigations, ancestry tracing, and disaster victim identification. Recent advancements have enabled DNA extraction from 65,000-year-old remains, offering insights into ancient human genetics and forensic science. How DNA Fingerprinting Works DNA fingerprinting is a technique that identifies individuals using their …
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