Scientists from Gujarat institute develop biodegradable paper supercapacitor from seaweed
This supercapacitor can fully charge a device within 10 seconds
Why lunar touchdown offers real payoff for India
If Chandrayaan-3 is successful, it will highlight how space is becoming more accessible, and demonstrate India’s continued perseverance and …
Chandrayaan-3 successfully launched but what is its purpose?
It will help collect data about the chemical and mineralogical composition of the lunar surface
As ISRO launches Chandrayaan-3, here’s its predecessor’s story
Chandrayaan 2 detected noble gas Argon-40 on the Moon; it also mapped a possible Lunar lobate scarp which meant that the Moon is still warm …
Replacing news editors with AI is a worry for misinformation, bias and accountability
A newspaper in Germany is reportedly adopting artificial intelligence to replace certain editorial roles
Scientists have created synthetic human embryos. Now we must consider the ethical and moral quandaries
This development, widely described as a breakthrough that could help scientists learn more about human development and genetic disorders
Groundwater extraction has tilted Earth’s spin; how likely is it to fuel climate change?
Attempts to slow groundwater depletion rates in sensitive regions could alter the change in drift
How AI, other technologies are already disrupting workplaces
BT’s transition from copper to optical fibre is simply the latest technology transition
Ancient rocks reveal Earth had life-supporting conditions 4 billion years ago
Study of ancient zircon crystals reveals early interaction of water and land, challenging existing theories of a water-covered Earth
How much life has ever existed on Earth?
A new study has looked at big questions like how much life will ever exist on Earth
2023 in a blink: DTE’s reportage on global scientific research this year
Down To Earth recaps the primary environment, health and developmental news from 2023
How virtual humans might help our lonely elderly
Intelligent virtual human companions could help address the social isolation felt by many older people
Nobel Prize in Physics 2023: Three awarded for work on extremely short light pulses to better study electrons
The research can have applications in the field of medicine, semiconductor technology
How India’s lunar landing shapes future of space exploration, geopolitics — an expert explains
The question is, how will the rival super-space powers progress their ambitions?
Almost half of Moon missions fail. Why is space still so hard?
India’s success came just days after a spectacular Russian failure
Simply Put: Lunar reality
UN introduces 51 robots at AI summit to advance SDG goals
Several robots appeared as panelists at the UN-driven AI for Good summit in Switzerland
Chemistry Nobel 2023 goes to 3 scientists for discovery of quantum dots used in LED lamps, surgery
Quantum dots are nanoparticles of different colours depending on their size, primarily used to create coloured light
How will we know if AIs gain consciousness? A new checklist might help us assess
No current AI systems appears to be a strong candidate for consciousness, but developments likely in near future, says report
Solution for crop burning? Rice husk biochar found to efficiently remove groundwater fluoride
Ensuring sustainable & ethical sourcing of biomass for biochar production, community awareness vital for successful adoption
We cannot leave AI safety in hands of tech giants; governments should step in, say experts
Experts at the 1st UN council meeting on AI expressed concerns over malfunctioning AI systems and the interaction between AI and nuclear weapons
How has the moon transformed our evolution?
Moon has remained important to the geology of the Earth and important to the evolution of life itself.
China’s gallium and germanium controls: What they mean and what could happen next
Both elements are essential in everything from smartphones to space electronics; they are crucial to technological advancement over the next …
Ancient humans may have paused in Arabia for 30,000 years on their way out of Africa
These humans may have slowly adapted to life in the region’s colder climate before venturing to Eurasia and beyond
ChatGPT-powered Wall Street: The benefits and perils of using artificial intelligence to trade stocks
Even a small change in market conditions can trigger a large number of trades, leading to sudden price swings and increased volatility