Bengaluru Scientists Create Gel To Avert Pesticide Toxicity
Farmers in India are unaware of the hazards of pesticides and do not use protective gear while spraying chemicals on their crops. This results in serious health hazards and even death for some farmers. A team of scientists from Bengaluru found a solution to help farmers fight this pesticide problem. Their studies revealed the lack of access to protective gear resulted in dire consequences. HOW THE GEL WORKS Pesticides pose a threat to an enzyme in our nervous system, acetylcholinesterase (AChE). Pesticides in the body, affect their functioning, causing neuromuscular problems such as neurotoxicity, cognitive dysfunction, and even death. The […]
