The elusive HIV vaccine The amount of HIV-related research notwithstanding, a vaccine for the dreaded virus still remains a dream. The possibility of having one in the near future seems to be very bleak too.
The 'extinct' human One theory believes that the Neanderthals and modern humans cohabited as recently as 26,000 years ago. M S S Murthy looks at the questions of
extinction that arise from that.
A lab in space Two days from now, with the launch of Columbus, Europe's first manned laboratory in space, the ability of the International Space Station
to handle research will double.
The new angle A new study finds evidence of increasing levels of ozone at ground levels that could further aid global warming.
Keeping a cool head in a heated planet A group of engineers are doing their best to chip away the waste and tighten up controls so that the health of man and material is preserved, along with that of the atmosphere!
The Centre's proposal to introduce one year compulsory rural service for doctors has drawn the ire of medical students. Are the doctors justified in their stand? What should the government do to make rural posting attractive?
We invite our readers to express their opinion in about 100 words. Responses may be sent to Deccan Herald, No 75, M G Road, Bangalore - 560001 or e-mail: editordh@deccanherald.co.in latest by 2 pm on Saturday. A selection of responses will be published in Sunday’s edition
