Fisrt Clone Human Embryo In UK!!!!

I was shocked to read that the scientist team at Newcastle University have created the first clone human embryo. The research team headed by Dr Stojkovic who took eggs from 11 women, removed the genetic material and replaced it with DNA from embryonic stem cells. The donor eggs were provided by a gynaecologist working in the NHS. This is like a major breakthrough because if this type of experiment was carried out elsewhere in Europe then Dr Stojkovic would have faced serious consequences. Therapeutic cloning is allowed only in England and i am really glad for that one because there are no restrictions and second that if am luck enough then ill get to meet him in person. But as usual the ethical commented on the experiment declaring it to be unsafe, inefficient and unethical. I agree that we should respect life but it is only through such efforts that new and innovative methods of curing diseases can be found. But the scientist themselves agree that its still a long way to go before one can really extract the maximum out of this form of treatment. If the experiment is successful then these cells can be used to treat Alzheimer's, diabetes and other ailments.

Another experiment was carried out by Korean Scientists who announced that they have made stem cells tailored to match the individual for the first time. They have produced 11 new stem cell lines that are a perfect match for the individual with which diseases like diabetes, heart diseases can be easily treated without problems of rejection.

Wow!!! just reading this kinda stuff inspires me. Lets hope that one day we can increase the efficiency and reduce the cost of the stem cell treatments so that even the common man can benefit from it.

Taking "baby steps"

Hi Friends, sitting at home and doing nuthin can be quite frustrating. I was just browsing through net as usual when i came across an article where recently a research was carried out proving the existence of stem cells in Uterus. Suddenly it dawned upon me that an upcoming topic like stem cells presently has very little applications in India. Its like we are just beginning to tap the infinite potentials of stem cells. The research i was talking about was carried jointly by Dr. Ramesh Bhonde scientist at NCCS (National Centre for Cell Sciences) Pune and Dr. Satish Patki (Gynaecologist based in Kolhapur). The two desi researchers, who claim to have found a new source of adult stem cells have succeeded in converting cells procured from the female genital tract (uterus, fallopian tubes and endometrium) into cells of other organs such as pancreas, brain, liver, kidney, fat and even the heart in the laboratory. A researcher from Australia had in September 2007, shown the presence of stem cells in the endometrium, but Dr Patki says this is the first discovery of stem cells in the entire female genital tract. I was so excited by this that i had to meet him in person. An opportunity came knocking at my door itself, though i had to undergo a lot of pain to get his number and contact him but it was worth the effort. Dr Patki had come down for an interview in Mumbai and he was ready for a rendezvous. The experience was magnificent, Dr Patki the enthusiastic person that he is readily showed me his research work. It was amazing to see stem cells forming functional Cardiac and Neuronal cells. As i was looking at the videos it suddenly hit me, doesn't this make you feel like someone with great power and control over life? Gets a bit scary sometimes but realising the potential and utilising it for the betterment of mankind is the important thing and this drives me to get into this field.

Like i said the stem cell scene in India is just building up. Giants like Reliance have taken steps and started huge and fully functional projects like RIL(Reliance Life Science). An awesome institution worth visiting! Even various private institutes are coming up and even people are starting to realise the potential of the stem cells and the number of people donating stem cells and placenta has gone up.The only problem we are facing at this stage is lack of experienced and properly trained manpower. But i think 4-5 years down the line this will be solved and even we can compete with research giants like UK, US, Canada and other European countries.

Introduction

Hi friends this is Akshay Parchure. I still cant believe that a random discussions can have such good consequences. Well seems just yesterday that all of us friends were having a nice chat in the train, when suddenly the topic of blogging came up. To be honest i never expected myself to be a blogger since I am not much of a writer but i thought why not! I think its a good way of letting off the steam, especially when you find you are standing alone. Anyways getting back to the topic, after reading the title and you must be thinking "Resonating Matrix", sounds a bit weired for a title! But the whole purpose of giving such a title is that it reflects the two passions in my life music and science.
Music, the art form that touches the souls and bring about serenity. I think music is a part and parcel of each and everyones life, music is in no way different from breathing. Music theory is studied with the presupposition that music is orderly and often pleasant to hear but the presence of genres like Metal and Grindcore proves that even the even the harshest sounds can be considered music if the listener is so inclined. I love playing the guitar and after playing it for about 1 and 1/2 year i think i know about 10% of the instrument as far as melody and music is concerned i think life is too short for it.
Science and Music play different roles in society. For many people science is an enigma, which is concerned with theories, experiments and research but actually it is quiet intresting, magnifying and unlocking the various mysteries of life and trying to utilise it for the good. The filed of science interesting me in particular is biological sciences ("Stem Cells" to be exact). The mere concept of undifferentiated cells manipulated to grow and transform into various type of specialized cells gripped me. The practical applications of stem cells are limitless. Right from regenerating organs to curing diseases the possibilities are endless.
Whatever links between music and science exist, both of them are obviously still very
different disciplines, and one should not try to impose one on the other. But for me both are an important part of my life without which it's just impossible to survive.