In classic Asimov fashion, the ending of the short story “The Last Question” offers an unexpected twist to the tale of how the Universe came to be formed. An important player in this story is AC, or Artificial Computer. This faithful servant of mankind persists through the trillions of years that human civilization exists; first …
Deciphering the origami of proteins using AlphaFold Read More »
The use of nanoparticles to aid a drug’s effect is an important aspect of nanomedicine. Nanoparticles, when combined with drugs often improve a drug’s ability to reach its target, as in the case of doxorubicin, a treatment for cancer. The use of nanoparticles helps doxorubicin reach tumours, which allows the drug to exert its effect …
Biomolecular corona: An identity crisis at the nanoscale Read More »
An ode to some brilliant discoveries that shaped modern science through Structural Biology Structural biology to me as an undergraduate student seemed like an untouchable enigma. Something with so much mathematics and precision was something that seemed daunting to me; however, that changed when I, like every other college student in India, was tasked with …
Think of the last meal you had. Whether it be rice, pizza or shawarma, we all know better to reach our protein goal for the day. Proteins seem to be trending nowadays, with people becoming more and more health conscious. For years, we have known that proteins are good for your body. We imagine them …
Fermentation might sound odd in the context of coffee. We usually encounter it with alcohol, most notably wine and beer. The purpose is to break down complex sugars into simple sugars and acids. Whereas the process for alcoholic beverages ends when a large amount of the sugars are converted to ethanol and CO2, for coffee, …
In a world where innovation reigns supreme, one breakthrough has captivated hearts and minds like never before. In the realm of 2023, artificial intelligence took centre stage, revolutionising industries far and wide. Yet, amidst this technological renaissance, one marvel stands out in the healthcare sector: TERM, Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, the beacon of hope. …
Towards Regeneration: The Promise of Tissue Engineering in Healthcare Read More »
