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WE LOVE SCIENCE HERE BECAUSE IT IS A MANY SPLENDOURED THING

THIS IS A WAR ZONE WHERE SCIENCE FIGHTS WITH NONSENSE AND WINS

“The greatest enemy of knowledge is not ignorance, it is the illusion of knowledge.”

"Being a scientist is a state of mind, not a profession!"

"Science, when it's done right, can yield amazing things".

The Reach of Scientific Research From Labs to Laymen

The aim of science is not only to open a door to infinite knowledge and wisdom but to set a limit to infinite error.

"Knowledge is a Superpower but the irony is you cannot get enough of it with ever increasing data base unless you try to keep up with it constantly and in the right way!" The best education comes from learning from people who know what they are exactly talking about.

Science is this glorious adventure into the unknown, the opportunity to discover things that nobody knew before. And that’s just an experience that’s not to be missed. But it’s also a motivated effort to try to help humankind. And maybe that’s just by increasing human knowledge—because that’s a way to make us a nobler species.

If you are scientifically literate the world looks very different to you.

We do science and science communication not because they are easy but because they are difficult!

“Science is not a subject you studied in school. It’s life. We 're brought into existence by it!"

Links to some important articles :

1. Interactive science series...

a. how-to-do-research-and-write-research-papers-part 13

b. Some Qs people asked me on science and my replies to them...

Part 6, part-10, part-11, part-12, part 14 , part- 8,

part- 1, part-2, part-4, part-5, part-16, part-17, part-18 , part-19 , part-20

part-21 , part-22, part-23, part-24, part-25, part-26, part-27 , part-28

part-29, part-30, part-31, part-32, part-33, part-34, part-35, part-36, part-37,

part-38, part-40, part-41, part-42, part-43, part-44, part-45, part-46, part-47

Part 48, part49, Critical thinking -part 50 , part -51, part-52, part-53

part-54, part-55, part-57, part-58, part-59, part-60, part-61, part-62, part-63

part 64, part-65, part-66, part-67, part-68, part 69, part-70 part-71, part-73 ...

.......306

BP variations during pregnancy part-72

who is responsible for the gender of their children - a man or a woman -part-56

c. some-questions-people-asked-me-on-science-based-on-my-art-and-poems -part-7

d. science-s-rules-are-unyielding-they-will-not-be-bent-for-anybody-part-3-

e. debate-between-scientists-and-people-who-practice-and-propagate-pseudo-science - part -9

f. why astrology is pseudo-science part 15

g. How Science is demolishing patriarchal ideas - part-39

2. in-defence-of-mangalyaan-why-even-developing-countries-like-india need space research programmes

3. Science communication series:

a. science-communication - part 1

b. how-scienitsts-should-communicate-with-laymen - part 2

c. main-challenges-of-science-communication-and-how-to-overcome-them - part 3

d. the-importance-of-science-communication-through-art- part 4

e. why-science-communication-is-geting worse - part 5

f. why-science-journalism-is-not-taken-seriously-in-this-part-of-the-world - part 6

g. blogs-the-best-bet-to-communicate-science-by-scientists- part 7

h. why-it-is-difficult-for-scientists-to-debate-controversial-issues - part 8

i. science-writers-and-communicators-where-are-you - part 9

j. shooting-the-messengers-for-a-different-reason-for-conveying-the- part 10

k. why-is-science-journalism-different-from-other-forms-of-journalism - part 11

l. golden-rules-of-science-communication- Part 12

m. science-writers-should-develop-a-broader-view-to-put-things-in-th - part 13

n. an-informed-patient-is-the-most-cooperative-one -part 14

o. the-risks-scientists-will-have-to-face-while-communicating-science - part 15

p. the-most-difficult-part-of-science-communication - part 16

q. clarity-on-who-you-are-writing-for-is-important-before-sitting-to write a science story - part 17

r. science-communicators-get-thick-skinned-to-communicate-science-wi thout-any-bias - part 18

s. is-post-truth-another-name-for-science-communication-failure?

t. why-is-it-difficult-for-scientists-to-have-high-eqs

u. art-and-literature-as-effective-aids-in-science-communication-and teaching

v.* some-qs-people-asked-me-on-science communication-and-my-replies-to-them

** qs-people-asked-me-on-science-and-my-replies-to-them-part-173

w. why-motivated-perception-influences-your-understanding-of-science

x. science-communication-in-uncertain-times

y. sci-com: why-keep-a-dog-and-bark-yourself

z. How to deal with sci com dilemmas?

A+. sci-com-what-makes-a-story-news-worthy-in-science

B+. is-a-perfect-language-important-in-writing-science-stories

C+. sci-com-how-much-entertainment-is-too-much-while-communicating-sc

D+. sci-com-why-can-t-everybody-understand-science-in-the-same-way

E+. how-to-successfully-negotiate-the-science-communication-maze

4. Health related topics:

a. why-antibiotic-resistance-is-increasing-and-how-scientists-are-tr

b. what-might-happen-when-you-take-lots-of-medicines

c. know-your-cesarean-facts-ladies

d. right-facts-about-menstruation

e. answer-to-the-question-why-on-big-c

f. how-scientists-are-identifying-new-preventive-measures-and-cures-

g. what-if-little-creatures-high-jack-your-brain-and-try-to-control-

h. who-knows-better?

i. mycotoxicoses

j. immunotherapy

k. can-rust-from-old-drinking-water-pipes-cause-health-problems

l. pvc-and-cpvc-pipes-should-not-be-used-for-drinking-water-supply

m. melioidosis

n.vaccine-woes

o. desensitization-and-transplant-success-story

p. do-you-think-the-medicines-you-are-taking-are-perfectly-alright-then revisit your position!

q. swine-flu-the-difficlulties-we-still-face-while-tackling-the-outb

r. dump-this-useless-information-into-a-garbage-bin-if-you-really-ca re about evidence based medicine

s. don-t-ignore-these-head-injuries

t. the-detoxification-scam

u. allergic- agony-caused-by-caterpillars-and-moths

General science:

a.why-do-water-bodies-suddenly-change-colour

b. don-t-knock-down-your-own-life-line

c. the-most-menacing-animal-in-the-world

d. how-exo-planets-are-detected

e. the-importance-of-earth-s-magnetic-field

f. saving-tigers-from-extinction-is-still-a-travail

g. the-importance-of-snakes-in-our-eco-systems

h. understanding-reverse-osmosis

i. the-importance-of-microbiomes

j. crispr-cas9-gene-editing-technique-a-boon-to-fixing-defective-gen

k. biomimicry-a-solution-to-some-of-our-problems

5. the-dilemmas-scientists-face

6. why-we-get-contradictory-reports-in-science

7. be-alert-pseudo-science-and-anti-science-are-on-prowl

8. science-will-answer-your-questions-and-solve-your-problems

9. how-science-debunks-baseless-beliefs

10. climate-science-and-its-relevance

11. the-road-to-a-healthy-life

12. relative-truth-about-gm-crops-and-foods

13. intuition-based-work-is-bad-science

14. how-science-explains-near-death-experiences

15. just-studies-are-different-from-thorough-scientific-research

16. lab-scientists-versus-internet-scientists

17. can-you-challenge-science?

18. the-myth-of-ritual-working

19.science-and-superstitions-how-rational-thinking-can-make-you-work -better

20. comets-are-not-harmful-or-bad-omens-so-enjoy-the-clestial-shows

21. explanation-of-mysterious-lights-during-earthquakes

22. science-can-tell-what-constitutes-the-beauty-of-a-rose

23. what-lessons-can-science-learn-from-tragedies-like-these

24. the-specific-traits-of-a-scientific-mind

25. science-and-the-paranormal

26. are-these-inventions-and-discoveries-really-accidental-and-intuitive like the journalists say?

27. how-the-brain-of-a-polymath-copes-with-all-the-things-it-does

28. how-to-make-scientific-research-in-india-a-success-story

29. getting-rid-of-plastic-the-natural-way

30. why-some-interesting-things-happen-in-nature

31. real-life-stories-that-proves-how-science-helps-you

32. Science and trust series:

a. how-to-trust-science-stories-a-guide-for-common-man

b. trust-in-science-what-makes-people-waver

c. standing-up-for-science-showing-reasons-why-science-should-be-trusted

You will find the entire list of discussions here: http://kkartlab.in/group/some-science/forum

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Comment by Dr. Krishna Kumari Challa on March 28, 2020 at 7:07am: Why does your cotton towel get stiff after natural drying?

Cotton towels often become stiff when washed without fabric softener and naturally dried, but the mechanism behind it has remained a mystery. In previous studies, the research groups at Kao Corporation suggested the involvement of bound water—a special type of water that exhibits unique properties on the surface of materials—for the hardening. The group proposed a theoretical model in which the bound water that remains on the surface of cotton causes cross-linking between single fibers through a process called capillary adhesion.

In the current study published in the Journal of Physical Chemistry C, the research group reports direct observations of the bound water on cotton surfaces, providing strong evidence for Kao's model.

The AFM observations indicated the existence of a viscous substance on the cotton surface that is not cellulose, the major component of cotton. This strongly suggested viscous bound water is present and causing capillary adhesion—a phenomenon in which liquid sandwiched between solid surfaces causes them to adhere. In the following experiments, the AFM-IR spectra of naturally dried cotton surfaces showed two peaks that indicate the existence of water. On the other hand, no peaks were observed after completely removing water on the cotton surface. Furthermore, the spectra, showing two clear peaks, suggested that the bound water takes two different states at the air-water interface and the water-cotton interface, respectively.

Bound water on a cotton surface cross-links single fibers via capillary adhesion. Credit: J. Phys. Chem. C

"The experiments clarified that bound water is evident on cotton surfaces and contributes to certain dynamic properties such as stiffness mediated by capillary adhesion. Also, the bound water itself manifested a unique hydrogen bonding state different from that of ordinary water.

The remaining "bound water" on cotton surfaces cross-link single fibers of cotton, causing hardening after natural drying

https://phys.org/news/2020-03-cotton-towel-stiff-natural.html?utm_s...

Comment by Dr. Krishna Kumari Challa on March 28, 2020 at 5:54am: Free range mitochondria are coming for you

https://phys.org/news/2020-03-free-range-mitochondria.html?utm_sour...

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https://phys.org/news/2020-03-quantum-copycat-bosons-fermions.html?...

Quantum copycat: Researchers find a new way in which bosons behave like fermions

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* https://phys.org/news/2020-03-longer-energy.html?utm_source=nwlette...

Longer lives not dependent on increased energy use

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Study shows how brain gains knowledge through observation

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-03-brain-gains-knowledge.html?u...

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https://phys.org/news/2020-03-d-sensors-diabetes.html?utm_source=nw...

3-D printed sensors could make breath tests for diabetes possible

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https://phys.org/news/2020-03-device-early-eyesight-problems.html?u...

A device for the early detection of certain eyesight problems

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https://phys.org/news/2020-03-animals-viruses-sea.html?utm_source=n...

Animals keep viruses in the sea in balance

Comment by Dr. Krishna Kumari Challa on March 27, 2020 at 11:07am: Coronavirus: why changing human behaviour is the best defence in tackling the virus

https://theconversation.com/coronavirus-why-changing-human-behaviou...

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https://phys.org/news/2020-03-scientists-black.html?utm_source=nwle...

Scientists find a way to extract color from black

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https://phys.org/news/2020-03-funnel.html?utm_source=nwletter&u...

Researchers catch light in a funnel

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https://phys.org/news/2020-03-scientists-size-plastics-animals.html...

Scientists predict the size of plastics animals can eat

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https://techxplore.com/news/2020-03-home-online-privacy.html?utm_so...

Working from home risks online security and privacy: How to stay protected

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https://techxplore.com/news/2020-03-quantum-cyberattacks-eu.html?ut...

Scientists have created novel prototypes that use quantum encryption protocols for secure transmission of sensitive information through the internet.

Comment by Dr. Krishna Kumari Challa on March 27, 2020 at 7:21am: Mathematics of life and death: How disease models shape national shutdowns and other pandemic policies

https://www.sciencemag.org/news/2020/03/mathematics-life-and-death-...

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https://theconversation.com/how-to-model-a-pandemic-134187?utm_medi...

How to model a pandemic

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https://www.ted.com/talks/molly_webster_the_weird_history_of_the_se...

The common thinking on biological sex goes like this: females have two X chromosomes in their cells, while males have one X and one Y. In this myth-busting talk, science writer and podcaster Molly Webster shows why the so-called "sex chromosomes" are more complicated than this simple definition -- and reveals why we should think about them differently.

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https://www.sciencenews.org/article/number-steps-per-day-not-speed-...

The number of steps per day, not speed, is linked to mortality rate

An observational study found a benefit as steps added up for women and men

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https://www.the-scientist.com/notebook/researchers-discover-the-lar...

Researchers Discover the Largest Virus in the Oceans Yet

The ChoanoVirus genome codes for rhodopsin, perhaps giving its choanoflagellate host extra energy-harvesting capabilities.

Comment by Dr. Krishna Kumari Challa on March 27, 2020 at 7:14am: To get on top of the coronavirus, we also need to test people without symptoms

How do we test for coronavirus?

There are two kinds of laboratory tests. One is a PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test, which detects fragments of the virus RNA in the sputum (phlegm), throat, nose or other body fluid.

The other is a blood test for antibodies to the virus. This can identify people who have been exposed to the virus and produced antibodies, whose swab may be negative.

Currently only PCR tests are widely available, but blood tests (serology) should be available soon.

PCR tests have some shortcomings. Throat swabs in particular can give you a false negative, so it may be necessary to repeat the test in someone who seems to have COVID-19. A nasal swab or sputum (phleghm) specimen is more likely to be positive in an infected person.

The PCR tests will only be transiently positive, while the serology remains positive once you have been infected. Blood tests are less likely to miss infected people, including children and young people. However, a blood test doesn’t tell you if someone is infectious at that time. PCR and serology can be used together for optimal results.

https://theconversation.com/to-get-on-top-of-the-coronavirus-we-als...

Comment by Dr. Krishna Kumari Challa on March 27, 2020 at 7:02am: How to take temp.: Always use a digital thermometer to check your temperature. Because of the potential for mercury exposure or ingestion, glass mercury thermometers have been phased out and are no longer recommended.

Read the instructions that came with the thermometer.

Wash your hands with soap and warm water before using the thermometer.

Clean the thermometer before and after each use with rubbing alcohol or soap and lukewarm water.

Don't use the same thermometer for both oral and rectal temperatures. Get two and label which is used where.

Wait at least 6 hours after taking medications that can lower your temperature, like acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) or aspirin.

Oral temperature

You'll need an oral thermometer, used in the mouth.

If you've been eating or drinking, wait 30 minutes before you take a temperature by mouth.

Turn on the digital thermometer. Place the thermometer tip under your tongue.

Close your mouth around the thermometer for the recommended amount of time or until the thermometer beep indicates it's done.

Remove the thermometer and read the number.

Ear temperature

A digital ear thermometer uses an infrared ray to measure the temperature inside the ear canal.

Turn on the digital thermometer. Gently place it in your ear canal no further than indicated by the instructions that came with the device.

Hold the thermometer tightly in place until you hear the thermometer beep indicating it's done.

Remove the thermometer and read the number.

Temporal artery temperature

Temporal artery thermometers use an infrared scanner to measure the temperature of the temporal artery in your forehead.

Turn on the digital thermometer.

Gently sweep it across your forehead and read the number.

Armpit temperature

A digital thermometer can be used in your armpit, if necessary. But armpit temperatures are typically less accurate than oral temperatures.

Turn on the digital thermometer. Place the thermometer under your armpit, making sure it touches skin, not clothing.

Hold the thermometer tightly in place until you hear the thermometer beep indicating it's done.

Remove the thermometer and read the number.

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-03-temperature.html?utm_source=...

Comment by Dr. Krishna Kumari Challa on March 27, 2020 at 7:00am: How to take your pulse

Your pulse is your heart rate, or the number of times your heart beats in one minute. You can take your pulse using the radial artery in your wrist or the carotid artery in your neck.

Some medical conditions can be a factor in determining the best place for you to take your pulse. For example, if you have heart disease or longstanding diabetes, it's best to use the artery on your wrist.

General instructions for taking your pulse

To get an accurate pulse:

Take your pulse the same time each day.

Sit down and rest several minutes before taking your pulse.

Count your pulse for a full 60 seconds unless told otherwise by your health care provider.

Taking your radial pulse

With your palm up, look at the area between your wrist bone and the tendon on the thumb side of your wrist. Your radial pulse can be taken on either wrist.

Use the tip of the index and third fingers of your other hand to feel the pulse in your radial artery between your wrist bone and the tendon on the thumb side of your wrist.

Apply just enough pressure so you can feel each beat. Do not push too hard or you will obstruct the blood flow.

Watch the second hand on your watch or a clock as you count how many times you feel your pulse.

Record your pulse rate.

Taking your carotid pulse

Find the area on one side of your neck near your windpipe. Your carotid pulse can be taken on either side of your neck.

Put the tip of your index and long finger in the groove of your neck along your windpipe to feel the pulse in your carotid artery. Do not press on the carotid artery on both sides of your neck at the same time. This may cause you to feel lightheaded or dizzy, or possibly faint.

Apply just enough pressure so you can feel each beat. Do not push too hard or you will obstruct the blood flow.

Watch the second hand on your watch or a clock as you count how many times you feel your pulse.

Record your pulse rate.

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-03-pulse.html?utm_source=nwlett...

Comment by Dr. Krishna Kumari Challa on March 27, 2020 at 6:32am: The largest meta-analysis study establishes how cognitive intelligence is a whole brain phenomenon. The results from this study indicate that efficient connection pathways across the entire brain provide a neural network that supports general cognitive function.

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-03-cognitive-intelligence-brain...

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* https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-03-validation-stressed-friends-...

Validation may be best way to support stressed out friends and family

messages that validated a person's feelings were more effective and helpful than ones that were critical or diminished emotions.

"One recommendation is for people to avoid using language that conveys control or uses arguments without sound justification. For example, instead of telling a distressed person how to feel, like 'don't take it so hard' or 'don't think about it,' you could encourage them to talk about their thoughts or feelings so that person can come to their own conclusions about how to change their feelings or behaviors."

Depending on how support is phrased or worded—it could be counterproductive, such as actually increasing stress or reducing a person's confidence that they can manage their stressful situation.

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https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-03-dna-genomestudy-insights-sep...

Destroying DNA to save the genome—study offers new insights into sepsis and its treatment

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