May 15, 2022 IIT Gandhinagar develops framework to reduce damage to power transmission systems during cyclones
May 10, 2022 What does an octopus eat? For a creature with a brain in each arm, whatever’s within reach
May 15, 2022 IIT Gandhinagar develops framework to reduce damage to power transmission systems during cyclones
May 10, 2022 What does an octopus eat? For a creature with a brain in each arm, whatever’s within reach
How we captured first image of the supermassive black hole at centre of the Milky Way How we captured first image of the supermassive black hole at centre of the Milky Way The team observed Sagittarius A* on multiple nights, collecting data for many hours in a row, similar to using a long exposure time on a camera
SpaceX launches Starlink satellites from California SpaceX launches Starlink satellites from California SpaceX later tweeted that the satellites were successfully deployed
Two years on, half of those hospitalised with Covid show at least one symptom Two years on, half of those hospitalised with Covid show at least one symptom The study has been published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine
CDC urges Pfizer booster for children aged 5 to 11 CDC urges Pfizer booster for children aged 5 to 11 The extra shot is expected to shore up protection for the age group as infections once again are on the rise
Monkeypox found in US and UK: What is it and should you be worried? Monkeypox found in US and UK: What is it and should you be worried? May 19 A case of the rare and potentially dangerous monkeypox has been confirmed in the US after infections were reported across Europe.
Surface Measurement Systems to set up pharma lab in Hyd Surface Measurement Systems to set up pharma lab in Hyd To focus on pharmaceutical powder characterisation
Guidance needed from Centre on hepatitis in children with Covid-19, say experts Several countries, including the UK, the US, France, Israel and Italy are reporting severe hepatitis in children with Covid-19
IIT Gandhinagar develops framework to reduce damage to power transmission systems during cyclones The framework can be useful for cost-effective strengthening of transmission tower networks, according to an official.
SpaceX launches Starlink satellites from California SpaceX later tweeted that the satellites were successfully deployed
How we captured first image of the supermassive black hole at centre of the Milky Way The team observed Sagittarius A* on multiple nights, collecting data for many hours in a row, similar to using a long exposure time on a camera
Scientists at CCMB develop new mRNA technology-based Covid-19 vaccine candidate Antibodies generated in mice were more than 90% efficient in preventing human ACE2 receptor binding to the coronavirus
Two years on, half of those hospitalised with Covid show at least one symptom The study has been published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine
ICMR to fund clinical trial for long-Covid treatment George Institute for Global Health will study the effectiveness of colchicine drug in reducing symptoms
Dr. Reddy’s, South Korean firm partner for gastric diseases drug HK inno.N Corporation will be responsible for the manufacture and supply of Tegoprazan
What does an octopus eat? For a creature with a brain in each arm, whatever’s within reach Humans can help make ocean-smart choices by cutting back on carbon emissions and using less plastic to help octopuses and other marine creatures survi
Rare cases of Covid returning pose questions for Pfizer pill The go-to option against Covid-19, the Pfizer’s Paxlovid, is still much to be learned, say experts
IIT Madras gets new research centre for frequent wastewater analysis Facility to act as an intelligence unit to track and prevent a virus outbreak in its early stages
Now, get a taste of wine from cashew apple Prasanna BD, professor of the National Institute of Technology Karnataka, gets patent for the alcoholic beverage
Complex post-traumatic stress disorder explained PTSD is a mental health disorder that is the result of a traumatic event with people often associating it with war veterans
Mylab launches RT-PCR test for Ankylosing Spondylitis ahead of the World AS Day Mylab Discovery Solutions announced the unveiling of Unveils Discover Series HLAB*27 Detection Kit, an in-vitro diagnostic test for Ankylosing Spondyl
Increase in death registration in 2020 not entirely due to Covid fatalities: V. K. Paul He said there is no rationale for using modelling-driven estimates to arrive at Covid mortality numbers in the country
Two Indian student groups win NASA 2022 Human Exploration Rover Challenge Teams from Decent Children Model Presidency School in Punjab and Vellore Institute of Technology won the challenge
Airborne Covid virus particles can infect humans: CCMB study Findings are concurrent with previous studies, highlight need for masks, says scientist
IIT Madras researchers develop math model for understanding ‘bio-cement’ Bio-cement made from bacteria offers potential, sustainable alternative to conventional cement, which can help reduce carbondioxide emissions
How genetics helped anthropologists crack a Sepoy Mutiny era mystery Scientists tap poor quality DNA to ascertain the origin of martyred soldiers
Why data literacy is our best weapon against fake satellite images A machine-learning algorithm can spot a fake satellite image with 94% accuracy, but data literacy is the best way to sort reliable images
How disease-causing parasites hitch a ride on plastics and spread through the sea The scientists who studied about microplastics hope that people think twice before using a plastic straw or a polyester T-shirt
Larsen & Toubro, IIT Bombay join hands for green hydrogen R&D In February this year, the Centre had notified the policy aimed at boosting green hydroden and green ammonia production
No one safe until all vaccinated for Covid, track hospitalisations: Johns Hopkins scientist As immunities wane and new Covid variants emerge, it is more important than ever that communities are fully vaccinated and boosted, said Amita Gupta
How to survive a tactical nuclear bomb? Defence experts explain Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appealed to the world to take Russia’s nuclear threat seriously
Telangana to launch SpaceTech Framework in Metaverse The aim is to make the State a one-stop-shop for space technology and encourage private participation
Why we can’t ‘boost’ our way out of the Covid-19 pandemic for the long term It will be necessary to retool the existing vaccines to increase the duration of protection in order to help bring the pandemic to an end
India's ‘warm’ vaccine candidate effective against Delta, Omicron variants in mice: Study The vaccine by IISc in Bengaluru and biotech start-up Mynvax uses a part of the viral spike protein called the receptor-binding domain
Breathlessness, eye problem, muscle weakness, dementia most common symptoms of Long Covid According to WHO, evidence suggests approximately 10-20 per cent people experience a variety of mid and long-term Covid effects
How hypersonic missiles work and the unique threats they pose Russia has claimed that some of its hypersonic weapons can carry a nuclear warhead. This statement alone is a cause for concern
Do mushrooms use language to talk to each other? A fungi expert investigates Despite lacking a nervous system, the fungi seem to transmit information using electrical impulses across thread-like filaments
Mental health may impact chances of breakthrough Covid: Study It found that patients over 65 with substance abuse, psychotic disorders, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorder and anxiety, faced increased risks
FDA authorises first breath test for Covid-19 infection The test, which can provide results in less than three minutes, must be carried out under the supervision of a licensed health care provider
‘Allocate 28 GHz band exclusively for satellite communications’ The 24.25-27.5 GHz bands along with 3.3-3.67 GHz band would be more than sufficient for 5G, says ISpA
‘Covid lockdowns doubled the risk of mental health symptoms’ New findings offer insight of what public health outreach should look like in future pandemics
Keeping space clean for future exploration Responsibility for space junk removal is an environmental problem similar in some ways to climate change — it’s a collective responsibility
Microplastics in Cauvery river leading to deformities in fish: Study Using a technique called Raman spectroscopy, researchers detected microplastics and toxic chemicals
Tourism marketing: A new pitch from God’s Own Country Kerala’s tourism revival package has new products and a unique positioning with an eye on the post-pandemic domestic traveller
‘Arbitrability’ in times of fast emerging techno-centric businesses in India The Supreme Court has presented what is called a “four-fold” test to determine the question of arbitrability of the subject matter
India spotlights green shipping Guidelines for incorporation of green initiatives across ports are in the works
Four biases to avoid in today’s market conditions Being aware of your biases will help you become a better investor. Here’s how.
Index Outlook: How far can Sensex and Nifty 50 fall? The sell-off intensifies in the indices outlook is bearish and any bounce from current levels will be short-lived
Auroville: An utopian search for a better world Akash Kapur’s ‘Better to Have Gone’ traces what happens when we believe deeply in a quest and give up everything in its pursuit
Lady doctors and the rocky path to healing A handbook on India’s first women doctors holds up a mirror to the social and political realities of the 19th and early 20th century
Conquering Everest: A compelling account of how an impossible dream was achieved Jim Davidson dwells in detail on the failure to make it in the first attempt and the harrowing return to physically and emotionally draining climb up