How dirty water can produce clean electricity
A tiny bacterium which feeds on polluted water to produce electricity has been discovered by scientists. A tablespoon of the bug generated more than half a volt in tests and researchers believe it could do even better. The bug, Shewanella putrifaciens IR -1, was found during the tests on bacteria …
Ayurveda institute formulates herbal drugs for cancer treatment
The Holland-based European Institute for Scientific Research on Ayurveda(EISRA) has formulated herbal combinations that have been found efficacious in treatment of cancer. Based on the formulae contained in various ayurveda texts, and modified through research and practical experience, aselection of drugs had been made to help control imbalances, Dr. Anil …
Sidrapong hydel unit yet to be renovated
Six months have gone by since the West Bengal Renewable Energy Development Agency (WBREDA) celebrated the centenary of Sidrapong (3x200 kw) 'Heritage Power station' - the first hydel unit in Asia - but the scheme for renovation and modernisation of this landmark in the history of hydel power generation is …
Government to Check Radioactivity Levels of Taejon Ground Water
The Ministry of Environment will soon conduct a survey on radioactive contents of ground water in Taejon and Chungchong provinces in response to a recent revelation by an environmental group that ground water in the area contains excessive levels of uranium and radon. The ministry will test the ground water …
FDA repeats warning about Viagra
Deaths of American men who took the wildly popular impotence pill Viagra have climbed to 16, including seven men who reportedly died during or after sex, a reminder that sexual exertion in older men can be risky with or without a pill. The Food and Drug Administration said on Tuesday …
Plan to restrict exploitation of ground water
It may not be possible for all and sundry to exploit the Capital's ground water if the Central Ground Water Authority goes ahead with its proposal to restrict exploitation of ground water in Delhi in view of the receding water level. The restrictions are expected to include a complete ban …
EU set to approve relaxation of British beef ban
The European Commission on Wednesday was expected to back the lifting of a worldwide ban on British beef exports that was imposed more than two years ago at the height of Europe's mad cow scare. The 20-member European Union executive body was set to rule that all beef and beef …
Plundered treasure
Did birds evolve from dinosaurs? The proof may lie in fossils found in China-if scientists can get to them before greed and incompetence destroy the evidence.
Viral epidemic has Taiwanese on edge
With no cure in sight, about 30 deaths to date and more possible, Taiwanese and U.S. officials are scrambling to contain a deadly virus that strikes at the very young.
Honda and Ford fined
The announcement that Honda would be forced to pay millions of dollars in fines for violations of environmental regulations is an embarrassment to the company, which has portrayed itself as an environmental leader. Honda and Ford were charged with selling cars that were designed to pass emissions tests but run …
Magnet man
Linga Brahmam is a doctor with a difference. He claims to have cured more than 150 patients suffering from joint pains to paralysis with magnets. At the age of 82, he still tours the country every year treating patients.
Budget brings little succour to thalassaemia patients
The Union Budget's attempt to alleviate the travails of thalassaemis patients and address the treatment of AIDS, is but a fragmented approach to tackling two major blood-related problems affecting the country, according to officials in the health sector.
US moves to promote off-label use of drugs
US regulators are proposing that drug manufacturers should be allowed to advise doctors on the safety of 'off-label' uses of medicines. 'Off-label' uses are any for which the drug has not been specifically approved and tested. Doctors have always enjoyed the freedom in the US to prescribe whatever drug they …
NHRC group to help eliminate iron deficiency
The core group constituted by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) under the chairmanship of Mr. Justice M.N. Venkatachaliah to review the progress of elimination of iron deficiency has constituted a working group to formulate a prototype model project to co-ordinate between various agencies working in the field.
292 die of summer diseases
A total of 292 persons have died from various diseases all over Nepal this summer, Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD) said.
Roche withdraws heart drug in further setback
Roche, the Swiss pharmaceutical company, suffered its second major setback in three months when it announced it was withdrawing Posicor, a new heart drug available in 34 countries, because of adverse side effects.
Viral death toll now 31 in Taiwan
One more infant died of an intestinal viral epidemic in central Taiwan, bringing the death toll to 31, as health officials announced the outbreak was under control.
