Scientists Developing Chewing Gum That Could Reduce SARS-CoV-2 Transmission

A chewing gum laced with a plant-grown protein serves as a “trap” for the SARS-CoV-2 virus, reducing viral load in saliva and potentially tamping down transmission, finds a new study.The researchers exposed saliva samples from Covid-19 patients to the ACE2 gum and found that levels of viral RNA fell so dramatically to be almost undetectable,…Continue Reading

Govt developing platforms on education, health: Ashwini Vaishnaw

The government is working towards developing platforms on education and healthcare, language translation, logistics and agriculture to develop an open API ecosystem, IT & telecom minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Friday. Speaking at an industry event, he said that the idea was to create a super app for the private sector to eventually develop apps…Continue Reading

J&K’s SKUAST to play key role in developing agriculture landscape, says LG Manoj Sinha

Last Updated: 14th November, 2021 09:57 IST The programmes of the varsity and extension of the activities contribute to the government’s efforts in increasing the farmers’ income, access to appropriate. IMAGE: PTI Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Science and Technology (SKUAST) will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life of farmers in Jammu…Continue Reading