What is known as the Baudhayan theorem?

Baudhayan Sulv Sutra (1000 BC) is today known as the Pythagoras theorem, which states that in a right-angled triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides. In Baudhayan theorem, this has been expressed as follows: in a Deerghchatursh (triangle), the chetra (square) of rajju (hypotenuse) is equal to the sum of squares of the parshvamani (base) and triyangmani (perpendicular line). It is amazing to note that the Pythagoras theorem was known in our country as far back as 1000 BC.

What is referred to as the Welcome Collection?

The Welcome Collection traces the development of medicine through history and spanning several cultures. Located in central London, it is a combination of exhibitions, libraries and cafes where people can learn more about the development of medicine. Part of the Welcome Trust, it was founded by Sir Henry Welcome, a pharmacist, entrepreneur, philanthropist and collector, who garnered a unique collection of articles relating to medicine and health. Recently, a British heart transplant patient, Jennifer Sutton, donated her old heart to the Welcome Collection, after receiving a new one.

What is gnotobiology?

Gnotobiology is the science of study of animals or other organisms rose in environments free of germs or those which contain only specifically known germs. Scientists compare gnotobiotic animals with ordinary animals whose bodies carry many germs, like bacteria, viruses and parasites. In this way, scientists can determine more precisely hoe specific germs affect a body.