URBANIZATION EFFECTS

May 29 2025HEALTH

Urban Slums and the Hidden Hunger Crisis in Belagavi's Youngsters

The rapid growth of cities in low- and middle-income countries has led to a surge in slum populations. This growth has brought with it a serious problem: many young children in these areas are not getting enough food. This issue is particularly noticeable in the urban slums of Belagavi, Karnataka. A recent investigation looked into how common undernutrition is amo...

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May 01 2025SCIENCE

Immune System Shifts: How City Life Changes Our Defenses

The way people live in cities and rural areas shapes their immune systems. This isn't just about where they live. It's about how their bodies react to different environments and lifestyles. The immune system is like a security guard for the body. It protects against diseases and helps vaccines work better. Researchers looked at how immune systems change from rural ...

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Mar 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

Green Spaces with a Twist: The Genomic Garden

Imagine a garden where every plant has its genetic code mapped out. This isn't just a fancy idea; it's a plan to tackle some big problems. Urbanization, deforestation, pollution, climate change, and natural disasters are all causing a massive loss of biodiversity. This is a huge issue that affects us all. One solution? A genomic garden. What's a genomic gard...

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