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Biological pacemakers will help overcome such drawbacks as a lack of hormonal responsiveness and the inability to adapt to changes in heart size in pediatric patients

First biological pacemaker developed

The human pacemaker cells were tested in rat hearts and were shown to function as a biological pacemaker

19 Dec 2016 6:09 PM IST

Artificial night-time lighting and more daytime noise resulted in lower quality robin territory. (Photo: Pixabay)

Light pollution dampens urban robins' song: study

Male robins also begin their activity relatively early in the day which makes them sensitive to light pollution

19 Dec 2016 5:00 PM IST

Chris Martin wowed audiences in Mumbai weeks back (Photo: AFP)

Chris Martin admits being single is tough

The musician said back in 2003 that he had to trick Gwyneth Paltro into marrying him, the couple parted ways recently.

19 Dec 2016 3:03 PM IST

Certain protease inhibitors, among the most effective HIV drugs, lead to the production of the peptide beta amyloid, often associated with Alzheimers disease. (Photo: AFP)

HIV treatment may have negative impact on brain

Protease inhibitors such as ritonavir and saquinavir are a key part of the drug cocktail that has reduced mortality in...

19 Dec 2016 11:19 AM IST

This reduced their chance of surviving the disease (AFP)

Depressed people respond less to chemotherapy

Patients with severe depression had lower levels of the protein in the blood so their bodies were not as effective at...

19 Dec 2016 9:03 AM IST

Asthma attack is common in winter

Asthma attack is common in winter

Dr C. Vijay Kumar, consultant interventional pulmonologist at Apollo Hospitals, explains the care people must take...

19 Dec 2016 12:35 AM IST

(Photo: Venugopal)

Some tips for wannabe sailors

Sailing is a fun, safe yet adventurous sport which can be recreational as well as competitive.

19 Dec 2016 12:35 AM IST

Beware, however, as the road to Pai is treacherous.

A bragging ride in Thailand

Pai is a perfect example of a typical Thai village which is now seeing increasing tourist footfall.

19 Dec 2016 12:34 AM IST

Fear factor: Go after things that scare you

Prerna Dangi loves to climb treacherous and unknown mountains.

19 Dec 2016 12:34 AM IST

Heres all about holiday shopping

Here's all about holiday shopping

With Christmas around the corner, these statistics about holiday shopping might surprise you.

19 Dec 2016 12:13 AM IST

Taking fewer risks might generally be regarded as a good thing.

Why are older people more cautious?

In older age, people can become so risk-averse that it is counter-productive.

19 Dec 2016 12:13 AM IST

Picture for representation purpose only. (Photo: Debasish Dey)

Are you riding with a Romeo?

While they provide pocket-friendly rides about town, shared cab services are increasingly becoming a hotspot for those...

19 Dec 2016 12:11 AM IST