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Study Leads to Improved Vaccinations Against Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Skin vaccination generates protective CD8 T-cells that are recruited to the genital tissues. Study conducted by King's College London scientists has revealed




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Condoms and Vaccines to Prevent Human Papillomavirus

Among gay men, public health campaigns should highlight complementary role of both condoms and vaccines to prevent human papillomavirus (HPV), according




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Vaccination Programs Curb HPV Infections (and) Precancerous Cervical Lesions

Human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccination programs found to decrease the number of infections and precancerous cervical lesions caused by the virus significantly,




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Combination Immune Therapy Reduces Genital Herpes Outbreaks

Combination of a vaccine and a medicated cream was found to be a promising strategy to dramatically reduce the recurrence of genital herpes, said Yale investigators.




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HIV Afflicted People Have a Higher Risk of Age-Related Illness

HIV patients have higher chances of acquiring specific age-related diseases such as the increased occurrence of heart disease, COPD, and bone fractures.




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Oral HPV DNA Detection in Teen, Young Adult Females

Human papilloma virus DNA was detected in 6.2% of 1,259 participants (ages 13 to 21) at baseline but oral HPV detection became less likely with time since becoming sexually active, said researchers.




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Families Talking Together Intervention Helps Reduce Adolescent Sexual Risk Behavior

Adolescent sexual risk behavior is lowered with involvement of parents and healthcare providers, stated new study. Now, a randomized clinical trial




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Does Vaping Stain Your Teeth?

Teeth exposed to cigarette smoke over a period of two weeks can lead to discoloration very quickly but e-cigarette vapor or vapor from glo, a tobacco




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Natural Product to Rebuild Teeth and Treat Dental Cavities Developed

Suffering from dental cavities? This convenient and natural product developed by researchers could rebuild teeth and treat cavities without today's costly and uncomfortable treatments.




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3D Printed Drug-filled Dentures can Reduce Fungal Mouth Infections

Using 3-D printers to build dentures filled with microscopic capsules that periodically release Amphotericin B, an antifungal medication could help better




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Why are Dental Caries Hard to Treat?

Bacteria and fungal organisms responsible for causing dental caries can only be treated by disrupting their protective bio-film, which these organisms make to protect themselves from antibiotics.




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Keeping Bacteria Away from Dental Braces

While clear, plastic aligners have grown in popularity as alternatives to bulky, metal braces, these appliances can become easily contaminated. A new




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New Way to Predict Caries Progression Discovered

An increase in the concentration of several substances in the oral fluid serves as the indication of dental caries development. Researchers from Russia




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Future of Bioengineered Tooth Replacement In New Therapies

The field of bioengineered tooth has received a great deal of attention in the past few years as it has shown potential to regenerate.Bone marrow cells promote stimulation of bioengineered teeth.




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Stem Cells Extracted from Baby Teeth Can Help Regrow Dental Tissues

Dental stem cells extracted from baby teeth can help in the regeneration of dental tissues, reports a new study. The findings of the study are published




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Opioid Prescriptions from Dentists Linked to Youth Addiction Risk

Dental painkillers put teens and young adults at increased risk for opioid addiction in the following year, a study from the Stanford University School of Medicine has found.




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Self-Care Techniques Ward-Off Facial Pain in TMD

Facial pain in temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are commonly treated through oral appliances such as splints and bite guards. However, patients feel




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Alerting Patients to Their Risk of Gum Disease Improves Inflammation and Dental Hygiene, Says Study

Use of psychological techniques to communicate the risk of developing periodontal disease to patients improved their dental hygiene over a three month period.




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Dentists Help Identify Domestic Violence Victims

Dentists can be the first line of defense against domestic violence, said researchers from The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix and




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Almost 81 Percent Antibiotics Prescribed by Dentists are Unnecessary: Study

Most antibiotics prescribed by dentists to prevent infections prior to dental visits are unnecessary, reports a new study. A new study conducted by




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Respiratory Exposures in Dental Clinics May Up Occupational Lung Disease in Dentists

Frequent exposure to dangerous microscopic, airborne particulates, and gases during dental procedures may increase dental professionals' risk of developing




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Dental Braces Won't Always Bring Happiness: Here's Why

Wearing dental braces can straighten your crooked teeth, but it may not always bring happiness and self-confidence, reports a new study. Research undertaken




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Dental Checkups Lower Among Elderly Minorities

Checkups with the dentist are showing a decline among immigrants, and racial and ethnic minorities in the US. Oral health is linked to healthy aging;




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Elite Athletes Have High Rates of Oral Disease Despite Brushing Twice Daily

Elite athletes have poor oral health despite brushing their teeth more regularly than most people, reports a new study. The findings of the study are published in the iBritish Dental Journal/i.




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Key Molecules Discovered Could Help Tackle Tooth Loss and Regeneration

New study sheds light on the science behind the periodontal ligament formation, which helps to keep the tooth stable in the jawbone. This improved understanding




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Oral Health Plays an Essential Role in Overall Health as We Grow Older

Poor oral hygiene can lead to potential health complications in older adults. Therefore, health care professionals need to promote good oral hygiene among older patients, according to a new study.




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Toothache Treatment: Antibiotics Not Necessary

In most cases, antibiotics are not recommended for toothaches, announced The American Dental Association (ADA). This guidance, published in the November




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Tooth Decay Prevention: Get Rid of Cavities Using a Bioactive Peptide

Preventing tooth decay now becomes easy using a bioactive peptide that coats the tooth surface, reports a new study. The findings of the study are published




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Around Half of Dental Opioid Prescriptions Exceed Guidelines

Around half of the opioids prescribed by dentists in the United States exceed the three-day supply recommended by federal dental pain-management guidelines.




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Excess Fluoride Causes Tooth Enamel Defects

In the cells forming tooth enamel, excessive fluoride exposure was found to alter calcium signaling, mitochondrial function, and gene expression, stated




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E-cigarettes Change Oral Microbiome, Increase Infection Risk

Vaping alters the mouth's microbiome and makes e-cigarette users more prone to inflammation and infection, stated new study led by researchers at NYU College of Dentistry.




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Dental Teams Could Play Key Role in Early Diagnosis of Type 2 and Pre-diabetes: Study

In identifying people at high risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, dental teams were found to play an important role, suggested new research. The




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CEA partners with IWMI to improve Colombo’s municipal waste management and farmers’ access to organic fertilizers

Colombo, December 10, 2013. At the request of the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC), the Central Environmental Authority (CEA), in collaboration with the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), organized a stakeholder meeting to discuss improvements that can be made to the management of municipal waste in the City of Colombo. The meeting was held at the […]




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CGIAR doubles funding to $1 billion in five years

Fruits of new investments in CGIAR could include big boost in rice production for Asia, sustainable irrigation for millions of parched farms in Africa, and dramatic drop in forest destruction tied to agriculture. Washington, D.C. and Montpellier, France — CGIAR, the world’s largest agriculture research partnership, today announced its funding has doubled from $500 million […]




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President Rajapaksa launches new water information system during visit to IWMI

17th January 2014 – Colombo, Sri Lanka – His Excellency Mahinda Rajapaksa, President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, has officially launched a new, hi-tech information system that promises to enhance water management in the South Asian country. Download the full media release




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Indian water policy initiative receives World Water Day global award

Tokyo, Japan (March 21, 2014): A research program that pinpointed how perverse subsidies were causing India to export virtual water has won the coveted ‘Water for Life’ UN-Water Best Practices Award. The IWMI-Tata Water Policy Research Program (ITP), a partnership between the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), Colombo, Sri Lanka, and the Sir Ratan Tata […]




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Press Release: IWMI commits to a water-secure world

IWMI commits to a water-secure world as it has announced a new five-year strategy aimed at boosting the center’s research and its influence in tackling global water challenges.




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Press Release: Sustainable Development Goals Offer Unique Opportunity to Transform Management of Critical Water Resources

Targets that promote efficient, nationally and locally appropriate water use will be key to achieving the SDGs.




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Press Release: World Losing 2,000 Hectares of Irrigated Farmland to Salt-Induced Degradation Daily

Extensive costs of salt-damaged soils include $27 billion+ in lost crop value per year.





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Press Release: Space technology to help develop flood insurance for India’s farmers

Experts meet in Patna to discuss new initiative that could “future‐proof” one million smallholders.





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Press Release: New maps aid flood relief efforts

For the first time, maps have been prepared by a consortium consisting of IWMI, the Disaster Management Centre of the Ministry of Disaster Management (MoDM) and the UN’s space based information service for disaster management and emergency response (UN-SPIDER).





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Press Release: Ganga floodwater to be stored underground

A new initiative launched in Uttar Pradesh could revolutionize flood management while at the same time boost groundwater stocks for dry season irrigation.




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Press Release: Satellite imaging and disaster management experts gather in Colombo

Experts from across Asia gathered to discuss how the next generation of satellite based technologies could help improve disaster preparedness and response at a three-day meeting in Mount Lavinia.




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Press Release: New agreement boosts drive to more sustainable agriculture

A new agreement between the Ministry of Agriculture and IWMI will help develop initiatives to improve waste-derived compost using nutrient enrichment and pelletizing technologies.






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Press Release: World’s First Solar Irrigation Cooperative Receives Award

Chief Minister of Gujarat, Smt Anandiben Patel awarded a certificate of appreciation to the Dhundi Saur Urja Utpadak Sahakari Mandali (DSUUSM).