JNCASR Scientists Develop A Natural Product Based Alzheimer Inhibitor
Scientists from Jawaharlal Nehru Centre For Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), an autonomous institute under the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Govt. of India have modified the structure of Berberine, a natural and cheap product similar to curcumin, available commercially, into Ber-D to use as a Alzheimer's inhibitor. Their research work has been published in the scientific journal iSceince.
Alzheimer's disease is the most prevalent neurodegenerative disorder and accounts for more than 70% of all dementia. The multifactorial nature of the disease attributed to multifaceted toxicity has made it difficult for researchers to develop effective medication.
Apr 25, 2020
First Day Of Holy Month Of Ramzan Observed All Over Country
Muslims observed first day of holy month of Ramzan (April 25) across the country. The worshippers offered special daily night prayers called "Taraweeh" at their homes in compliance with nationwide lockdown norms amid COVID-19 pandemic.
Ramzan is the ninth month of Islamic calendar and Eid-ul-Fitr is celebrated at the culmination of this month.
Apr 19, 2020
Union Minister for Culture launches the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of India
Union Minister for Culture (I/C) Shri Prahlad Singh Patel launched the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of India in New Delhi.
The National ICH List is an attempt to recognize the diversity of Indian culture embedded in its intangible heritage. This initiative is also a part of the Vision 2024 of the Ministry of Culture.