Who said Indians are lagging behind? Definitely not in the field of science. First, ISRO brought in a lot of pride to the nation and now it is Krtin Nithiyanandam. The 15-year-old Indian-origin boy in Surrey, UK, has reportedly developed a potential test for Alzheimer's which could allow the condition to be diagnosed 10 years before the first symptoms appear. Commonly, in medical practices, Alzheimer's can only be detected through a series of cognitive tests or by studying the brain after death. Krtin Nithiyanandam solved a medical puzzle

Neurodegenerative disease like dementia are difficult to diagnose and treat because of the blood-brain barrier. Nithiyanandam antibodies can pass through the barrier. Lab tests even showed that they 'handcuff' the toxic proteins, stopping them from developing further which could potentially stop Alzhiemer's in its tracks.

I chose Alzheimer’s disease because I am fascinated by neuroscience and the workings of the brain. Alzheimer’s disease kills more people each year than breast and prostate cancer combined and Alzheimer’s is also considered to be one of the greatest medical challenges of the 21st century,"said Krtin to The Daily Telegraph


The 15 year old is fascinated by neuroscience.| Source: The Daily TelegraphThe Daily Telegraph