Vasundhra, an anthropologist, embarks on a captivating journey to decode the enigmatic tapestry of human society. Fueled by an insatiable curiosity, she unravels the intricacies of social phenomena, immersing herself in the lived experiences of diverse cultures. Armed with an unwavering passion for understanding the very essence of our existence, Vasundhra fearlessly navigates the labyrinth of genetic and social complexities that shape our collective identity. Her recent publication unveils the story of the Ancient DNA field, illuminating the pervasive global North-South divide. With an irresistible blend of eloquence and scientific rigor, Vasundhra effortlessly captivates audiences, transporting them to the frontiers of anthropological exploration.
A Genetic disorder is like a typo in the instructions that tell your body how to grow, develop, and work. You know how a recipe has steps to tell you how to make a cake? Well, our bodies have something like that too. It's called our DNA.
Genetic engineering, also known as genetic modification or manipulation, refers to the deliberate modification of an organism's genetic material using biotechnological techniques. It is a relatively young field, having first come into prominence in the latter half of the 20th century.
Gene therapy is a medical field that has shown potential for treating and potentially eradicating genetic disorders and other diseases by altering the genetic makeup of an individual's cells.
Genetic screening is a process used to identify variations or alterations in an individual's genetic material (DNA) to assess their risk of developing certain genetic disorders or conditions.
Kindred is an English term used in anthropology to describe the network of kin relations that an individual can actively recognize and demonstrate. These kin relationships can be traced
The scope of anthropological research is broad and diverse, encompassing various sub-fields like cultural anthropology, biological (or physical) anthropology, linguistic anthropology, and archaeology.
The journey of DNA sequencing began in earnest in the mid-20th century. With the unveiling of the DNA structure by James Watson and Francis Crick in 1953, scientists recognized that within these double helices lay the code of life
The polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is a revolutionary molecular biology technique that allows for the amplification of specific segments of DNA in vitro.
Studying primate behaviour provides an anthropological mirror into our evolutionary roots, revealing insights into human social, cognitive, and cultural phenomena.
Dive into the intricate world of primate taxonomy and unravel the evolutionary relationships among our diverse and intelligent relatives, from lemurs and monkeys to apes and humans.