T. V. Padma

New Delhi

#science journo interested in #environment, #publichealth, #globaldev #SouthAsia. Former JIR @HITStudies Chocolates, books and coffee anytime

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टीबी के मामले बढ़ाने में जलवायु परिवर्तन का परोक्ष हाथ, मिल रहे संकेत

1 month ago | hindi.mongabay.com | T. V. Padma

जलवायु परिवर्तन और तपेदिक (टीबी) के बीच परोक्ष संबंध पर अब ध्यान दिया जाने लगा है, क्योंकि विकासशील देशों में इस बीमारी के सबसे ज्यादा मामले सामने आते हैं। मॉडल किए गए अध्ययन और समीक्षाएं टीबी के लिए जलवायु-संवेदनशील संक्रमण को जिम्मेदार ठहरा रही हैं। जानकार कहते हैं कि जलवायु परिवर्तन और तपेदिक के कारण खतरा झेल रहे लोग दुनिया के दक्षिण और उत्तर दोनों में सबसे कमजोर तबकों में शामिल हैं। वैज्ञानिकों का कहना है कि दुनिया भर में तापमान में बढ़ोतरी का दुष्प्रभाव टीबी पर भी दिख रहा है जिस पर अब तक...
Increasing pointers to climate change indirectly impacting tuberculosis rise

2 months ago | india.mongabay.com | T. V. Padma

Indirect links between climate change and tuberculosis, both of which impact developing countries most, are beginning to gain attention. Modelling studies and reviews are pointing to tuberculosis as a climate-sensitive infection. Experts say people at risk due to climate change and tuberculosis are among the most vulnerable sections of society in both the Global South and North.
Food-borne bugs and their links with climate change come into focus

Feb 24, 2025 | india.mongabay.com | T. V. Padma

India is witnessing outbreaks of Guillane-Barré syndrome since end-January. The suspect Campylobacter is known to survive in harsh environments. Earlier studies point towards a rise in climate-associated food-borne pathogen outbreaks across the globe. See All Key Ideas In mid-February, parts of India witnessed a second spurt this year in cases of Guillane-Barré syndrome, a nerve condition causing nerve pain and sometimes paralysis, along with difficulties in breathing and swallowing.
Creating a blueprint for cleaner oceans

Feb 21, 2025 | india.mongabay.com | T. V. Padma

With increasing concerns about marine pollution, there’s a need for a national marine litter policy (NMLP) in India, scientists say. In a 2024 study, researchers listed policies and strategies to address marine litter pollution which included measures to address both land and sea-based sources of marine litter. Other experts emphasise the need for more focus on Abandoned, Lost or Discarded Fishing Gear (ALDFG).
Asia `Will Be Hit Hard By Drought In 2020S`

Jan 23, 2025 | environmental-expert.com | T. V. Padma |Li Jiao

Share Share with Facebook Share with Tweeter Share with LinkedIn Source: SciDev.Net - By: , NEW DELHI -- Asia's wheat and maize production will be severely affected by climate change as early as the 2020s — with potentially devastating impacts on food security, a report warns.
Dissonance over DSI dominates biodiversity COP

Oct 29, 2024 | india.mongabay.com | T. V. Padma

Biodiversity-rich developing countries are raising concerns over governance of Digital Sequence Information (DSI) of genetic resources at the recent biodiversity conference. Access, benefit-sharing and funds remain thorny points even as parties grapple with a suitable definition for DSI in the draft text under discussion. Experts recommend that the generation and sharing of the DSI fund need to be worked out sooner rather than later.
Urban expansion drives forest loss in India's biodiversity hotspots

Sep 22, 2024 | india.mongabay.com | T. V. Padma

Urban expansion and land use changes in the Himalayas and the Western Ghats, are driving significant forest loss. A recent study by the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS) found a massive upsurge in urbanisation in the Western Himalayas, alongside deforestation and a decline in water bodies and glaciers. There is a need for adaptive urban environmental planning to ensure sustainable growth.
AI making cancer detection faster, more accurate

Jul 10, 2024 | nature.com | T. V. Padma

Scientists are increasingly using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) algorithms to analyse genomics data and for predictive modelling and precision oncology. A recent conference on genomic analysis and technology at Delhi’s International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) discussed new advances in this field.
New study puts spotlight on neglected mammal, bird pollinators

Jul 7, 2024 | india.mongabay.com | T. V. Padma

A new study that looks into species richness and extinction risk of vertebrate pollinators in India reveals their hotspots and threats they face. Scientists highlight the role of mammals such as bats and squirrels as economically important pollinators at a time their population is declining. The research team lists conservation suggestions for birds and mammal pollinators including amendment of existing policies to provide them with protected status.
Storing carbon in the form of gas hydrates deep under water

Jun 18, 2024 | india.mongabay.com | T. V. Padma

A new study finds that the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean can serve as potential carbon sinks by storing gas hydrates in depths beyond 2,800 metres. The findings can help India achieve its national decarbonisation and climate change goals for 2030. However, technologies are in their preliminary stage and require funding to be tested.