Behind the Paper
The real stories behind the latest research papers, from conception to publication, the highs and the lows
Behind the Paper: Developing a Robust Measure of the Joy of Missing Out (JOMO) in the Digital Era
Every day, millions of people struggle with the fear of missing out. Yet far less attention has been given to those who experience the opposite feeling—the joy of intentionally disconnecting. This observation led me to an important question: What exactly is the Joy of Missing Out (JOMO)?
From Curiosity to Conservation: My Journey Protecting Coastal and Wetland Biodiversity
Exploring the wetlands and coastal habitats of western India revealed extraordinary biodiversity and deep connections between nature and local communities. This project shares my field experiences, key discoveries, and lessons learned while working to conserve these dynamic ecosystems.
Bioaccumulation Patterns of Potentially Toxic Elements in Three Grouper Species from the Nizampatnam Coast, India: Multivariate Analysis and Risk Assessment
From the Reef to the Laboratory: Uncovering Hidden Contaminants in India's Coastal Fisheries
When a curable cancer becomes an emergency: understanding early death in metastatic germ cell tumours.
Metastatic testicular germ cell tumours are highly curable, yet a small subgroup of patients deteriorates within days of treatment initiation. Our study focuses on these “super-high-risk” patients, in whom early recognition and rapid supportive care may determine survival.
A Journey Through Birth Defects: From Trainee to Pediatrician’s Perspective
In our context, lack of consistent documentation makes it difficult to fully understand the true burden of birth defects. This realization, together with my early clinical experiences in neonatology, motivated me to explore this field more deeply, not only as a clinician but also as a researcher.
