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“PREP-TO Qualify” – Tips for Qualification/ Re-class examination
Qualification exam is a journey, a passage that we take in the process of getting a PhD. As we prepare to take this exam, the preparation itself becomes a journey and the exam is an experience that aims to mold us as “independent researchers”. “The more we are prepared for this journey the better and…
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Germ-line: “To edit or not?”
“Knowledge without wisdom is like an unsaddled horse” – Zen Master Since the 1970s, the saga of “rDNA technology” has been a steady narrative. In this 40 years of development and evolution, gene editing techniques have become more and more easier and accessible. CRISPR-Cas9 system testifies to this fact. And time after time, every turn…
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Integrative learning at the lab bench: An approach with Fink’s taxonomy of significant learning
Prologue It was supposed to be that moment of Zen. It usually is never a problem for Ma. But today was different! With his eyes closed and legs crossed, he started to wander in his thoughts. “Why is this difficult? I am following what I am used to everyday! ”Why is my meditation not fruitful?”…
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Epigenetics “train” innate immune memory!
Recent studies show that innate immune cells can be trained to acquire memory. Trained innate immune memory is semi-specific, antigen independent and can be mediated through epigenetic reprogramming.
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Looking at a research article through the lens of the last author!
Prologue It was the time of the day to light the candles for prayer. Ma’s trained hands arranged the votive with usual nonchalance. As he was immersed in his mission, he came near the bright red one that he had a soft spot for. Looking at it, he mused on “How painstakingly I had scrapped…
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The dawn of Nano-immuno-technology: Applications in Vaccinology
Prologue The morning was about to dawn and the radiance of the golden hour filled the sky. Swayed by his overwhelming senses, Ma was standing against the waves of the ocean caressing his feet and its sounds permeating his ears. As he turned around, he saw Zen Master walking towards him “What did you learn?”…
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Science blogs: “The joy is in the ride!”
Writing is an essential, fundamental and an integral part of scientific research. Yet, it is very little that we do to express our ideas both within and outside the realm of our field of research without perspicacity. When we write manuscripts, reports or grants we are limited by style and format. Occasionally writing exercise in…
Notes & essays
Writing from the lab on immunology, research training, and scientific practice.
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