Emerging trends in immunotherapy and cancer Kumar Jeetendra | May 30, 2024 Imagine a world where the battle against cancer no longer relies solely on the blunt instruments of chemotherapy and radiation therapy, which, while effective, often come at a high cost to the patient’s wellbeing. Immuno-oncology (IO) therapy has ushered in a new era by harnessing the body’s innate defenses to combat cancer cells and has …
How Multiple Alleles Shape Phenotypic Traits Kumar Jeetendra | May 15, 2024 The connection between genes and traits is one of the most basic concepts in genetics, but often it is more complicated than the simple Mendelian inheritance patterns that many of us learn about first. One way this complexity arises is through having multiple alleles for a single gene. This can significantly affect the phenotypic traits …
Climate Change and Amazon Rainforest Microbial Communities Kumar Jeetendra | May 3, 2024 Climate change is very disruptive to the Amazon rainforest, especially its microbial community. Microbes form part of this unseen world which also represents one of the most important components in the ecological orchestra of any given jungle. These microorganisms are facing an entirely new set environmental factors due to global warming; we shall therefore discuss …
Exploring the Apex Predators of the Microbial World: Viruses and Bacteria Kumar Jeetendra | April 27, 2024 How are viruses different from bacteria apex ? One of the most significant role players in various ecosystems including human bodies, are viruses and bacteria which are two different kinds of microorganisms. Nevertheless, they share some similarities such as small size and ability to cause diseases while still having distinctive characteristics and functions. Bacteria: Cellular …
The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Cue PCR Test Kumar Jeetendra | April 18, 2024 In molecular biology, the LAMP (Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification) method is also known as Cue PCR or Loop Amplification. Particularly, it can be used for rapid amplification of nucleic acids which enables detection of specific DNA or RNA sequences under isothermal conditions having a constant temperature mainly 60-65°C. Very important applications including diagnostics, field-based testing and …
Mastering PCR: Tips and Tricks for Successful Amplification Kumar Jeetendra | April 18, 2024 A key tool in molecular biology, the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplifies a particular DNA fragment. It’s an effective tool for many uses, such as forensics, genetic research, and diagnosis. Some tips and tricks for getting reliable PCR results are given below: Create high-quality primers: The best primers should be designed in such a way …
Demystifying PCR: How Does it Work? Kumar Jeetendra | April 18, 2024 Do you know Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)? PCR is a great tool for amplifying any targeted DNA section. It is widely used in such fields as molecular biology, genetics, medical diagnostics, forensics among others. The polymerase chain reaction (PCR) that may be defined as an artificial replication of DNA occurring in cells within a tube …
Troubleshooting Common Issues in Bacterial Culturing Kumar Jeetendra | April 11, 2024 When handling common problems in bacterial culturing, it is important to use a step-by-step approach for identifying and solving the issues that can come up during the process of culturing. Here are some troubleshooting tips: Contamination: Contamination is among the most typical challenges faced when dealing with bacterial culture. It may result from airborne bacteria, …
The Role of Bioburden in Sterilization Processes Kumar Jeetendra | April 5, 2024 Bioburden is crucial in sterilization processes as it affects the efficiency of sterilization and safety of the products being sterilized. Here is an elaborate illustration on what bioburden does during a sterilization process: Explanation of Bioburden: Prior to sterilisation, bioburden refers to the live microbial population present on a surface or within a substrate, e.g., …
Cute Spider Species Threatened by Climate Change Kumar Jeetendra | April 4, 2024 The “Pelegrina galathea” is one cute spider species that has managed to attract attention because of its cuteness. These small spiders can jump and are native to North America; they are named ‘Sailor Spider’ because of their unique patterns, which look like a sailor’s outfit with white stripes on the thorax that appear like a …
Understanding the Intricate Stages of the Malaria Life Cycle Kumar Jeetendra | March 16, 2024 The life cycle of malaria is a complex process involving two hosts: humans and female Anopheles mosquitoes. It is caused by the Plasmodium parasite, of which there are several species that can infect humans, including Plasmodium falciparum, P. vivax, P. ovale, P. malariae, and P. knowlesi. The complex disease known as malaria may be brought …
How the Biodiversity Act 2002 Affects Conservation Efforts Kumar Jeetendra | March 16, 2024 One piece of Indian legislation that aims to preserve biological diversity in India is the Biological Diversity Act of 2002. This Act’s primary goals are to preserve biological diversity, use its components sustainably, and distribute benefits from the utilization of biological resources, knowledge, and technologies in a just and equitable manner. Biodiversity Act 2002 of …
