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Everything you need to know about Guruvayurappan College: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Wound-healing genes in flies may help treat human skin ailments

April 28, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Washington, Apr. 28 (ANI): American biologists have identified eight genes that are called into action near the areas where wounds occur.

'Well-being risks' could decrease workers' productivity

April 15, 2013 at 2:52 PM

Washington, April 15 (ANI): Not just health-related risk factors, but some non-traditional "well-being risks" can also have a significant impact on workers' productivity, according to new study.

Herbal medicines widely used in India pose health risks

March 19, 2013 at 10:02 AM

Washington, March 19 (ANI): Millions of people may be exposed to risk of developing kidney failure and bladder cancer by taking herbal medicines that are widely available in Asia, scientists from King's College London have warned.

Mice's ability to sense cold 'turned off'

February 13, 2013 at 3:05 PM

Washington, February 13 (ANI): USC neuroscientists have managed to selectively shut off the ability to sense cold in mice while still leaving them able to sense heat and touch.

People living close to equator likelier to have allergies, asthma

February 5, 2013 at 11:26 AM

Washington, February 5 (ANI): Living in locations closest to the equator can put people at increased risk of developing allergy and asthma due to higher UV-B rays exposure, according to a new study.

'Living near equator raises allergy, asthma risks'

February 4, 2013 at 4:30 PM

Washington, Feb 4 (IANS) People residing near the equator may find themselves sneezing and wheezing more than usual due to exposure to higher ultra violet radiations, says a US study.

CBI raids three Tamil Nadu dental colleges for graft

January 23, 2013 at 6:24 PM

Chennai, Jan 23 (IANS) CBI officials Wednesday raided three dental colleges near here following allegations of Dental Council of India (DCI) members being bribed for permission to commence post-graduate courses, officials said.

Green lobby protests tiger's killing in Kerala

December 4, 2012 at 12:28 PM

Kochi, Dec 4 (IANS) Environment activists are protesting the shooting of a tiger by forest officials in Kerala Dec 2. The wild cat had killed 14 domestic cattle heads in several villages of Wayanad district.

Negative messages less likely to dissuade people from drug use

November 26, 2012 at 4:55 PM

Washington, November 26 (ANI): Negatively framed messages may not be an effective way to reach those most in need of persuasion, suggests a new study by researchers from Indiana University and Wayne State University.

Odd mirror reflects true, not reverse image

November 22, 2012 at 3:46 PM

Washington, Nov 22 (IANS) When you look in a mirror, you see a reverse image of yourself. But an odd mirror invented by a mathematician shows you true face without reversing its image.

Gene variation nearly triples risk of Alzheimer's

November 15, 2012 at 11:54 AM

Washington, November 15 (ANI): A gene so powerful it nearly triples the risk of Alzheimer's disease has been discovered by an international team of scientists.

Autoimmune disease may up risk of pregnancy loss, stroke

November 12, 2012 at 3:47 PM

Washington, November 12 (ANI): For years, researchers have known that antiphospholipid antibodies (aPLs) can trigger the production of proteins that can cause inflammation and increase the risk of formation of clots.

Obama, Romney in final blitz to sway voters in tied race

November 5, 2012 at 7:11 PM

Washington, Nov 5 (IANS) President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney Monday headed for a final blitz in battleground states to swing voters their way ahead of Tuesday's election that polls show destined for a photo finish.

Family background can affect risk of disability from back disorders

November 4, 2012 at 1:27 PM

Washington, November 4 (ANI): Family members tend to share the risk factors for future disability pension from low back disorders, a new study has revealed.

Rollable and foldable e-devices come closer to reality

November 1, 2012 at 3:48 PM

Washington, November 1 (ANI): In the near future, you may be able to fold up your iPad and put it in your pocket, thanks to a new research by the University of Cincinnati.

US poll can't be postponed, despite Sandy havoc

November 1, 2012 at 11:00 AM

Washington, Nov 1 (IANS) Next Tuesday's US presidential election apparently cannot be postponed despite the havoc caused by Hurricane Sandy that has flooded towns and cities up and down US East Coast and left millions without power.

New website to allow 'potential' employees to find out what workplace would be like before they ta

September 30, 2012 at 2:42 PM

Sydney, Sep. 30 (ANI): Working professionals in Australia can now undertake anonymous reviews of their potential workplaces on a new website, while considering applying for an advertised position.

Recalling an event alters details

September 20, 2012 at 5:15 PM

Washington, Sep 20 (IANS) Every time you remember an event from the past, your brain networks change in ways that can alter the later recall of the event, says a new study.

Your memory works like telephone game

September 20, 2012 at 4:03 PM

Washington, September 20 (ANI): Our memory is a lot like the telephone game, according to a new Northwestern Medicine study.

Believing in TV romances 'can hurt your real-life relationships'

September 20, 2012 at 12:59 PM

London, September 20 (ANI): People who invest heavily in TV romances are less likely to be satisfied with their real-life partners, a new study has suggested.

Tutankhamen 'may have been killed by disease that gave him man-boobs'

September 13, 2012 at 3:30 PM

London, September 13 (ANI): Tutankhamen, who was revered as a living god of a glittering dynasty and ruled over one of the world's greatest civilisations, suffered from an all common affliction - the dreaded man-boobs, a new theory has suggested.

What may have caused Tutankhamun's early death

September 6, 2012 at 5:11 PM

London, September 6 (ANI): The mysterious death of Tutankhamun as a teenager and the condition that cut short his life may also have triggered the earliest monotheistic religion, a new review of his family history has suggested.

Shy kids may have greater academic disadvantage than chatty peers

August 29, 2012 at 3:31 PM

Washington, August 29 (ANI): Overly shy preschool kids, who show withdrawl behaviour during their curriculum, are at greater academic risk than their talkative and boisterous peers, a new study has revealed.

How flu virus disables immune system

August 24, 2012 at 9:52 PM

Washington, August 24 (ANI): Northwestern University scientists have discovered one of the ways the influenza virus disarms our natural defense system.

Kids born to older women start off on better note

August 23, 2012 at 3:12 PM

London, August 23 (ANI): Children born to older mothers appear to have a healthier start in life as they are less likely to be admitted to hospital and more likely to have vital immunisation shots, a new study has claimed.

Sexless reproduction could soon be the reality for humans too

August 18, 2012 at 10:12 AM

London, August 18 (ANI): An Indian-origin research geneticist, who has written a celebration of all the eccentric creatures like the whiptail lizard capable of reproducing by themselves without sexual contact, has claimed that sexless reproduction is the way of the future for humans too.

Hormone free male pill closer to reality

August 17, 2012 at 2:52 PM

Washington, Aug 17 (IANS) Researchers have isolated a small molecule that may offer the first effective and hormone-free contraception for males, ever since the development of condoms.

Two types of early European revealed

August 15, 2012 at 3:48 PM

London, August 15 (ANI): Researchers are developing new theories on how man first colonised Europe, that are changing long-held, simplistic views about the evolutionary history of humans in Europe.

Sex in movies can influence teens' sexual behaviours

July 26, 2012 at 6:58 PM

Washington, July 26 (ANI): Young people who watch more sexual content from movies also tend to engage in more sexual behaviour and begin sexual activity at an earlier age.

Sex in movies can influence teens' sexual behaviours

July 26, 2012 at 3:30 PM

Washington, July 26 (ANI): Young people who watch more sexual content from movies also tend to engage in more sexual behaviour and begin sexual activity at an earlier age.

Actions and words speak loudest when it comes to forgiveness

July 19, 2012 at 11:52 AM

Washington, July 19 (ANI): A Baylor University research has highlighted the importance of both restitution and apology and of using multiple measures, including behaviour, while seeking forgiveness.

Sex in movies can influence teens' sexual behaviours in real life

July 18, 2012 at 10:08 PM

Washington, July 18 (ANI): Exposure to sexual content in movies at an early age probably influences adolescents' sexual behaviour, according to a new study.

'Friendly' tummy bugs could be key to long and healthy life in elderly

July 17, 2012 at 4:08 PM

London, July 17 (ANI): Trillions of "friendly bacteria" that live in the guts of 60-plus people could hold the secret to a healthy old age, researchers say.

Algae extract promotes good cholesterol

July 7, 2012 at 11:28 AM

Washington, July 7 (ANI): A study by an Indian origin researcher has found that an extract from algae could become a key to regulating cardiovascular disease.

UK historian makes racist 'sex gang had values entrenched in foothills of Punjab' remark

June 25, 2012 at 11:08 AM

London, June 25 (ANI): British historian David Starkey has provoked controversy after proclaiming that the Rochdale child exploitation gang, who raped vulnerable teenage girls, had values 'that were entrenched in foothills of the Punjab' or whatever it is.

New genetic path to deadly diarrheal disease discovered

June 12, 2012 at 4:31 PM

Washington, June 12 (ANI): Scientists have found new genetic information that illustrates how harmful bacteria cause the acute diarrheal disease shigellosis, which claims life of more than a million people worldwide each year.

Promotion at work 'may be key to avoiding heart disease'

June 9, 2012 at 10:48 AM

London, June 9 (ANI): Promotion at the workplace, which is generally accepted as good news for one's wallet, is beneficial for health as well, a new study has revealed.

TV can reduce self-esteem in kids except white boys

May 30, 2012 at 1:43 PM

Washington, May 30 (ANI): Children, except the white boys, who spend hours watching the idiot box tend to feel worse about themselves, a new study has suggested.

How nanotechnology can help detect disease earlier

May 23, 2012 at 10:09 AM

Washington, May 23 (ANI): Scientists have described a new way to precisely detect a single chemical at extremely low concentrations and high contamination.

'Kids of 40-plus moms are smarter'

May 22, 2012 at 5:29 PM

london, May 22 (IANS) Moms over 40 years take heart - your kids are not only healthier but also smarter than offspring of younger women and less likely to have accidents, a new study said.

Couples 'see anger but miss sadness during spats'

May 22, 2012 at 4:01 PM

Washington, May 22 (ANI): Married couples are usually good at recognizing each other's emotions while they are fighting, researchers say.

Kids of over 40 mums 'healthier and brighter'

May 22, 2012 at 2:10 PM

London, May 22 (ANI): Children born to mothers over 40 are less likely to have accidents or need hospital care and more likely to have been vaccinated early, as compared to those of younger women, a study has found.

Happiness model may help people go from good to great

May 8, 2012 at 10:54 AM

Washington, May 8 (ANI): The sayings "variety is the spice of life" and "happiness isn't getting what you want, but wanting what you get" apparently have a psychological basis, according to a new study.

Bullied kids 3 times likelier to hurt themselves in later life

April 27, 2012 at 1:23 PM

London, April 27 (ANI): Children who are bullied in childhood are up to three times more likely to self harm up to the age of 12, a new study has revealed.

12 bln-Yr-old white dwarf stars merely 100 light years away identified

April 12, 2012 at 4:19 PM

London, Apr 12 (ANI): In a new study, astronomers have identified two white dwarf stars considered to be the oldest and closest known to man.

Inflammatory component behind major eye disease identified

April 9, 2012 at 3:15 PM

London, Apr 9 (ANI): Researchers have discovered that a part of the immune system called the inflammasome is involved in regulating the development of one of the most common forms of blindness, called Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD).

New pipewort species discovered from unique but fragile habitat in India

March 21, 2012 at 9:27 PM

Washington, Mar 21 (ANI): Indian botanists have discovered a new species of pipewort in the foot hills of the Western Ghats, India.

New pipewort species discovered from unique but fragile habitat in India

March 21, 2012 at 4:37 PM

Washington, Mar 21 (ANI): Indian botanists have discovered a new species of pipewort in the foot hills of the Western Ghats, India.

How 30-ton dinosaurs actually had sex

February 24, 2012 at 10:07 PM

London, Feb 24 (ANI): Gigantic dinosaurs weighing more 30-tons and longer than four-storey buildings made love just like dogs do, scientists have revealed.

How 30-ton dinosaurs actually had sex

February 24, 2012 at 1:35 PM

London, Feb 24 (ANI): Gigantic dinosaurs weighing more 30-tons and longer than four-storey buildings made love just like dogs do, scientists have revealed.

When feather really took flight

February 12, 2012 at 9:57 PM

Washington, Feb 12 (ANI): The molecular structure of the modern feather began to take form some 125 million years ago - more recently than once thought.

When feather really took flight

February 12, 2012 at 5:25 PM

Washington, Feb 12 (ANI): The molecular structure of the modern feather began to take form some 125 million years ago - more recently than once thought.

Toronto police warns girls wearing skirts to school could attract pervert

October 15, 2011 at 1:07 PM

London, Oct 15 (ANI): Toronto police officers have warned school girls not to wear their uniform on the subway as it could attract a pervert looking out for skirt-wearing prep school girls.

Having 'heavy' heart? Blame it on your gene

October 6, 2011 at 1:31 PM

London, Sept 06 (ANI): British researchers have identified a gene that seems to hold the key to causing an enlarged or "heavy" heart.

School in England removes mirrors from girls' bathroom to stop make-up

September 14, 2011 at 6:09 PM

London, Sept 14 (ANI): A school in England has removed mirrors from girls' toilets "to stop pupils putting on too much make-up".

Peer pressure is hardwired in our brain

September 7, 2011 at 7:38 PM

Washington, Sept 7 (ANI): A new study has revealed that the human brain places more value on winning when one is in a social setting as opposed to when one is winning alone.

MU psychologist develops prevention program for severe postpartum anxiety

August 19, 2011 at 5:48 PM

Washington, Aug 19 (ANI): A University of Miami psychologist and her collaborators have developed an effective program to prevent new mothers from developing postpartum Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), a severe form of anxiety.

Study explores gender gap in Wikipedia's editorial staffs, content

August 12, 2011 at 12:59 PM

Washington, Aug 12 (ANI): A new study led by computer science researchers in the University of Minnesota's College of Science and Engineering has revealed a substantial gender gap among editors of Wikipedia and a corresponding gender-oriented disparity in the content.

Women 'share more about their infertility issues than men'

August 10, 2011 at 1:46 PM

Washington, August 10 (ANI): Wives share more about infertility than husbands, and turn to other women for support, according to a new research.

How oceans impact climate change

August 6, 2011 at 11:14 AM

Washington, August 06 (ANI): A USC researcher has given insight into how the ocean impacts climate change.

Memory can be unreliable and manipulated

August 4, 2011 at 6:39 PM

Washington, August 4 (ANI): Many Americans think that memory is more powerful, objective and reliable than it actually is, a new survey has revealed.

Homes nurture healthy eating, better food choices

July 28, 2011 at 2:16 PM

Washington, July 28 (ANI): A new study has thrown up interesting insights on why people tend to eat more-nutritious meals at home than away from home.

'More than 40 pc of employees would blank their bosses in street'

July 12, 2011 at 4:52 PM

London, July 12 (ANI): A new study has shown that volatile relationships between managers and staff are sending people over the edge on a daily basis.

'Horrible Bosses' is a daily reality for many office-goers, study finds

July 10, 2011 at 7:48 PM

Washington, July 10 (ANI): 'Horrible Bosses', the black comedy film that opens nationwide this weekend, is about three fed-up friends who resolve to murder their bosses.

Agarwal assumes charge as Secretary, Department of Defence Production

July 7, 2011 at 9:09 PM

New Delhi, July 7 (ANI): Shekhar Agarwal, a 1977 batch IAS officer, on Thursday assumed charge as Secretary, Department of Defence Production in the Ministry of Defence.

Moderate cut in salt intake doesn't reduce chances of dying

July 6, 2011 at 11:24 AM

Washington, July 6 (ANI): Contrary to popular belief, a recent study has shown that a moderate cut in the amount of salt intake doesn't reduce the risks of dying or experiencing cardiovascular diseases.

Lance Cairns gets Christchurch cricket role

July 5, 2011 at 12:24 PM

Wellington, July 5 (ANI): Former New Zealand allrounder Lance Cairns has been jointly appointed director of cricket coaching at St Bede's College Cricket Club and Marist Harewood Cricket Club in Christchurch.

Guruvayurappan Hindu Temple construction in Texas moves ahead

July 5, 2011 at 10:32 AM

Nevada (US), July 05 (ANI): The construction of Sri Guruvayurappan Temple in Houston (Texas) has entered second phase.

Scientist hopes to make music out of trumpet, guitar shaped gourds

June 29, 2011 at 1:55 PM

London, June 29 (ANI): Inspired by Vegetable Orchestra, the Vienna-based orchestra that plays instruments made of fresh vegetables, a scientist is growing trumpets and guitars in collaboration with the band.

How vision process is initiated

June 24, 2011 at 4:40 PM

Washington, June 24 (ANI): A discovery by a team of researchers has shed new light on how the vision process is initiated.

Archeologically proved: 50 pc Brits are German!

June 21, 2011 at 10:53 AM

London, June 21 (ANI): Geneticists have revealed that according to archaeological evidence, 50 per cent of Britons are German.

Non-invasive brain implant could one day turn thoughts into movement

June 17, 2011 at 4:20 PM

Washington, June 17 (ANI): A brain implant that uses the body's skin like a conductor to wirelessly transmit the brain's neural signals to control a computer, may eventually be used to reactivate paralysed limbs.

Women more likely to divorce if they start having sex in their teens

June 16, 2011 at 2:04 PM

Washington, June 16 (ANI): A study, examining the link between teen sex and divorce rate, has found that women who started having sex in their teens are more likely to divorce.

Jordan knew he would be a UK Premier League star aged 8

June 10, 2011 at 7:35 PM

London, June 10 (ANI): Mid-fielder Jordan Henderson knew he was destined to be a Premier League superstar aged eight.

From school to Hollywood, unknown Aussie actress gets 'Gatsby' role

May 13, 2011 at 5:00 PM

New York, May 13 (ANI): Destiny has befallen on an unknown Australian actress as she grabbed a coveted role in the upcoming movie of 'The Great Gatsby' opposite stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Tobey Maguire.

Kate Middleton's family 'awarded their own coat of arms'

April 20, 2011 at 4:06 PM

London, April 20 (ANI): Kate Middleton's family has received their own coat of arms just few days ahead of the royal wedding.

Soon, jet engines to have volcano-proof coatings!

April 14, 2011 at 4:36 PM

Washington, April 14 (ANI): A new research led by an Indian-origin scientist has discovered that a new class of ceramic coatings could offer jet engines special protection against volcanic ash damage in the future.

Scientists find enzyme family that plays crucial role in regulating cell motility

March 19, 2011 at 4:21 PM

London, Mar 19 (ANI): Scientists have discovered that members of an enzyme family found in humans and throughout the plant and animal kingdoms play a crucial role in regulating cell motility.

Hangovers 'only get worse with age'

March 18, 2011 at 11:07 AM

New York, Mar 18 (ANI): Hangovers actually get worse as we get older, according to an expert.

How veggies protect against cancer

March 8, 2011 at 2:46 PM

Washington, Mar 8 (ANI): A new research by scientists from the University of Alabama at Birmingham has shown how vegetables such as broccoli and cabbage help reverse or prevent cancers and other aging-related diseases.

Greenland ice sheet melted at record rates in 2010

January 22, 2011 at 4:13 PM

Washington, Jan 22 (ANI): A new study shows that Greenland Ice Sheet set new records for melting in 2010 - the 'exceptional' season stretched up to 50 days longer than average.

New material makes electricity from waste heat

January 19, 2011 at 3:45 PM

London, Jan 19 (ANI): Northwestern University researchers have come one step closer to generating electricity from heat-generating items such as vehicle exhaust systems, industrial processes and equipment and sun light more efficiently than earlier experiments.

Majestic Hindu temple planned in Canada

January 7, 2011 at 4:00 PM

Nevada (US), Jan 07 (ANI): A grand Hindu temple is reportedly being planned for Brampton (Ontario, Canada), whose construction is claimed to start this summer.

Strength and stealth, not good looks, rule in evolutionary mating game

December 24, 2010 at 12:36 PM

Washington, Dec 24 (ANI): One might consider physical appearances to be the top priority for getting a mate, but that's not true, according to a new study.

Solar eclipse will occur on January 4, 2011

December 24, 2010 at 10:23 AM

Washington, Dec 24 (ANI): Scientists have said that Europe and India will witness a solar eclipse next year on January 4th.

New technology could turn ocean into giant power plant

December 2, 2010 at 1:08 PM

Washington, Dec 2 (ANI): Experts at Florida Institute of Technology's College of Engineering are testing a new technology to convert the energy produced by waves into electricity, which could the ocean into a giant power plant.

New technology could turn ocean into giant power plant

December 2, 2010 at 1:08 PM

Washington, Dec 2 (ANI): Experts at Florida Institute of Technology's College of Engineering are testing a new technology to convert the energy produced by waves into electricity, which could the ocean into a giant power plant.

Scientists find new way to fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria

November 23, 2010 at 3:53 PM

Washington, Nov 23 (ANI): A new study has shown that treating municipal wastewater solids at higher temperatures could be an effective tool in the fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

'Miss Congeniality' Kate 'wanted to save herself for someone special'

November 20, 2010 at 1:11 PM

London, Nov 20 (ANI): Kate Middleton didn't just charm Prince Williams, but was a favourite with her fellow sixth-formers who voted her 'Person Most Likely To Be Loved By Everybody.'

Electric supercar set to complete 26,000 kms run for first time ever

November 16, 2010 at 12:01 PM

Washington, Nov 16 (ANI): A team of UK engineers are set to complete a journey of 26,000 kilometres in a battery-powered supercar across the Pan-American Highway.

Special mobility shoes can help ease knee pain, slow down osteoarthritis

November 8, 2010 at 5:44 PM

Washington, Nov 08 (ANI): A study has suggested that use of special mobility shoes can help ease knee pain and slow disease progression in people with osteoarthritis.

Is Al Qaeda focusing on small-scale attacks?

October 31, 2010 at 4:48 PM

Washington, Oct. 31 (ANI): US authorities believe Al Qaeda is focusing on small-scale attacks against the West.

Scientists solve mystery of massive, not-so-bright large star

October 22, 2010 at 2:08 PM

London, Oct 22 (ANI): Astronomers have been baffled over an exceptionally massive black hole that is travelling around a massive star in an unusually tight orbit. Also odd, the star is not as bright as it should be.

Female executives more than twice likely to leave their jobs as men

October 5, 2010 at 2:29 PM

Washington, Oct 05 (ANI): Female executives are more than twice as likely to leave their jobs - voluntarily and involuntarily - as men, a new study has found.

Bottle milk makes babies fat: Study

September 30, 2010 at 5:10 PM

London, Sep 30 (ANI): A study has found that bottle-fed babies are primed for a life of obesity.

Lefties more likely to be angry

September 18, 2010 at 12:30 PM

London, Sept 18 (ANI): Left-handed? Well, then you are more likely to be angry, says a new research.

Indian, Black pupils brighter than white Brits when taking exams at 16: Study

September 15, 2010 at 12:17 PM

London, Sept.15 (ANI): Indian, other Asian and Black pupils have been found to be much brighter than white British children when competing in exams at the age of 16, a study has shown.

Parents' preference for nutritious food withers when buying for kids

September 5, 2010 at 4:06 PM

Washington, Sep 5 (ANI): New research shows that parents' preference for nutritious foods goes down to 50 percent when they're selecting products for the kids, rather than for themselves.

Pak intelligence agencies warn of terrorist attacks in Lahore

August 31, 2010 at 5:00 PM

Lahore, Aug 31(ANI): Pakistan's intelligence agencies have warned that the National College of Arts (NCA), sensitive installations, railway stations, shrines, imambargahs and other worship places in Lahore are at the risk of potential terrorist attacks during the last 10 days of Ramazan.

Achilles heel of chronic inflammatory pain uncovered

August 18, 2010 at 12:42 PM

Washington, Aug 18 (ANI): In what could be called the Achilles heel of chronic inflammatory pain, scientists have for the first time discovered that genes involved in chronic pain are regulated by molecules inside cells called small RNAs.