Pranjal Mehar

Pranjal Mehar is an enthusiastic science writer who enjoys exploring various scientific topics. She has a keen interest in astronomy and is also inclined towards writing about new technology. She is committed to spreading accurate and intelligent scientific information in an easy and accessible manner.
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Absence of this gene causes severe hearing loss

Discovery of a New Genetic Cause of Hearing Loss Illuminates How Inner Ear Works.

New powerful nanoscale flashlight could someday turn cell phones into sensors

New powerful nanoscale flashlight could someday turn cell phones into sensors

New COVID-19 test can analyze more than 1,000 samples at once

COVID-19 test detects antibodies in hundreds of tiny blood samples.

Study discloses how an antibiotic of ‘last resort’ kills bacteria

‘Last resort’ antibiotic pops bacteria like balloons.

Using statistical physics approach on wound healing

A physics perspective on wound healing.

Scientists identified a specific mechanism of a blood-clotting protein

The discovery could lead to new antithrombotic drugs.

Satellite images show how quickly clouds respond to aerosols emitted by ships

Ship tracks show how aerosols affect clouds fast and slow.

New way to make compostable plastics break down more easily

Solving a problem that has flummoxed the plastics industry and environmentalists.

High risk to pregnant women from COVID-19, study

COVID-19 is associated with a higher risk of severe maternal and newborn complications than previously recognized.

Study offers crucial insights into systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)

Lupus clues from cellular 'power stations'.

Ancient pottery uncovers honey hunting in ancient West Africa

The first evidence for ancient honey hunting, locked inside pottery fragments from prehistoric West Africa, dating back some 3,500 years ago.

New algorithms combined with wearable sensors to track symptoms of Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson's disease: wearable sensors to track symptoms.