The study from IISc found a previously unidentified yeast-like symbiont inside the lac insect Kerria lacca, which gives the insect its distinctive red colour and, may also provide other nutrients in return for shelter.
Paritosh Karnatak
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Paritosh is pursuing his PhD in experimental condensed matter physics from IISc and studies the electronic properties of atomically thin materials. He follows the latest tech advances for a hobby, loves nature and often wonders about 42.