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The “Textbook of Nutritional Biochemistry” published by Springer Nature, was launched on April 10, 2024 in the University of Delhi South Campus. The textbook is written by the teachers of the University of Delhi for the students of the universities; namely Prof. Darshan Malik (Shivaji College), Dr. Nandita Narayanasamy (Sri Venkateswara College), Dr. V. A. Pratyusha (Shaheed Rajguru College of Applied Sciences for Women), Dr. Jayita Thakur (Shivaji College) and Dr. Nimisha Sinha (Sri Venkateswara College). The event was graced by dignitaries like Padma Shri Prof. S. K. Sopory, former VC, JNU; Prof. Shri Prakash Singh; Director, South Campus; Prof.…

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have developed a web-based platform that offers an unprecedented view of the human body at the cellular level. The aim is to create an invaluable resource for researchers worldwide to increase knowledge about human health and disease. The study is published in Genome Biology. Simultaneous measurement of numerous biomolecular variables, known as multi-omics, enables deep and comprehensive profiling of human biology. The new Single Cell Atlas (SCA) is based on analyses of thousands of human tissue samples from 125 different adult and fetal tissues. The researchers combined eight cutting-edge omics technologies, including single-cell RNA sequencing, whole-genome…

Moolec Science SA (NASDAQ: MLEC; “The company”), a Molecular Farming food-ingredient company, announced today that the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (“APHIS”) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) has concluded its Regulatory Status Review (“RSR”) for Moolec’s genetically engineered (“GE”) soybean Piggy Sooy™. The USDA-APHIS RSR determines that Moolec’s genetically engineered soybean, accumulating animal meat protein, is unlikely to pose an increased plant pest risk relative to non-engineered soybeans. Therefore, it is not subject to the APHIS regulation that governs the movement of organisms modified or produced through genetic engineering (as described in 7 CFR part 340). This…

A 2022 paper in Cureus on causes of cancer around the world is under investigation by the journal following inquiries by Retraction Watch prompted by a reader’s email. The paper, “Causes of Cancer in the World: Comparative Risk Assessment of Nine Behavioral and Environmental Risk Factors,” shares a title and figures with a 2005 paper in The Lancet. It also “follows the Lancet one on a sentence-by-sentence level while using tortured phrases,” an anonymous tipster told us. As we’ve noted elsewhere in a report on the team that developed the phrase, “Tortured phrases are what happens to words that get…

By Kamal Pratap Singh, Managing Editor, Biotech Express                                                                                        E-mail- kamal9871@gmail.com Now “unconstitutional” electoral bonds scheme which was launched by BJP to take donations from corporate or individuals for political parties funding has gained much heat after supreme court order to SBI and EC. Twitter (now X) is now full of allegations that the money was taken either…

The AI Days 2024 workshop, organized by Swecha with FABA as a knowledge partner, concluded with a focus on the vast potential of AI across various sectors, particularly life sciences. The two-day event also marked a new chapter with Swecha joining FABA as a Startup Member. Collaboration for Societal Advancement Swecha’s inclusion in FABA signifies a collaboration between open-source philosophy, life sciences, and healthcare innovation. This partnership highlights a shared commitment to using technology for social good and building a future where AI fosters global well-being. Highlights of AI Days 2024 The workshop explored the impact of AI on FinTech,…

Climate change and global warming are adversely affecting all spheres of life on the planet, specifically agriculture, health and environment. They are directly impacting human health through air pollution, diseases, malnutrition etc.; and leading to stratospheric ozone depletion; desertification and land degradation; biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation; altered precipitation; and melting down of mountain top glaciers, etc. The indirect adverse effects include increase in pest and disease incidence, weed infestation, severe heat waves and drought, storm, floods and waterlogging, freshwater decline for irrigation, UV irradiation, impaired photosynthesis and loss of labor, etc. The global temperature has risen by 0.2-0.3°C from…

By Kamal Pratap Singh, Managing Editor, Biotech Express                                                                                        E-mail- kamal9871@gmail.com The Supreme Court on recently said it was not inclined to accept the apology tendered by Baba Ramdev and Patanjali Ayurved Managing Director Acharya Balkrishna in response to notices asking to show cause as to why contempt of court proceedings should not be initiated against them for…

NandLal Meena*1,2, Maheshwari1, Ajeet Singh Dhaka1, Muzaffar Hasan3, Arti Kumari1, Rakesh Bhardwaj2, Aruna Tyagi1, 1 ICAR-Indian Institute of Agricultural Research, New Delhi-110012 2 ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, New Delhi-110012 3 ICAR-Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Bhopal-462038 *Corresponding author mail ID –nd.iari09@gmail.com Rice bran and its nutritional composition Rice,also known as (Oryza sativa L.) is the second most important staple food after corn globally. It is a significant source of carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, and minerals. Undoubtedly, rice holds immense influence in Asia, where its cultivation and consumption have shaped societies for millennia. According to 2021-22 statistics from FAOSTAT,…

By Kamal Pratap Singh, Managing Editor, Biotech Express                                                                                        E-mail- kamal9871@gmail.com Recently, the media was full of rumors about Poonam Pandey’s death from Cervical cancer but later turned out that the news was fake and was a stunt pulled off by the actor and her team to spread “critical awareness” about cervical cancer. “This is not the first…