New reactor powered by sun can convert plastic, CO2 into fuel
Cambridge researchers find way to turn PET plastic bottles and carbon dioxide into sustainable fuels like CO, syngas or formate
Artemis: Why it may be the last mission for NASA astronauts
Within the next few decades, robotic exploration of Mars could be almost entirely autonomous
SERB calls for applications under ‘Accelerate Vigyan’ scheme
Accelerate Vigyan strives to provide a big push to high-end scientific research, prepare scientific workforce
UK, South African, Brazilian: A virologist explains each COVID-19 variant, what they mean for the pandemic
The take-home message is that variants will emerge, and we need to closely monitor their spread
Signs of life? Why astronomers are excited about carbon dioxide & methane in atmosphere of alien world
Chemical traces have been found in atmosphere of planet K2-18b, about 124 light-years from Earth
Winners of India’s top science award announced, no women on the list
Since its inception in 1958, only 19 women scientists have been the recipients of the SSB award.
A cosmic explosion in 2022 was the brightest ever — and may overturn decades-long theory on gamma ray bursts
New analysis by Pune institute shares more possibilities of reasons behind fast-moving jets that produce X-ray and visible light in the afterglow
Hit-&-miss: EV sector gets support in Budget 2023-24, but misses out on long-term vision
Crucial research-linked incentives are missing, which are needed as EV market in India requires time to mature
Galaxy mergers ignite ‘quasars’ — the most powerful celestial objects: Study
Quasars likely to be future of Milky Way galaxy when it collides with Andromeda in about 5 billion years
AI isn’t close to becoming sentient — the real danger lies in how easily we’re prone to anthropomorphise it
Chatbots like ChatGPT raise important new questions about how artificial intelligence will shape our lives, and about how our psychological …
Roman secret to durable architecture? Self-healing concrete
Quicklime, pozzolanic material ‘hot-mixed’ to make concrete can endure for millenia; It can also help reduce environment …
Death by star: Scientists spot alien planet spiralling to ruin
Kepler-1658b’s orbit is getting closer to its ageing star; likely to crash in 2.5 million years
No women on the Moon yet: Gender digital divide may worsen inequality, warns UN chief
‘Need to overhaul patriarchal structures perpetuating gender inequality, especially in the technology sector’
UNESCO bats for more AI in Indian education; Will it work?
UN body recommends ethical, responsible use of artificial intelligence for quality education, experts point to digtal divide
From discovering insulin to unearthing a double agent, our pick of Insights long reads in 2022
44 long-form articles that put the spotlight on groundbreaking new research and compelling human interest stories from around the world
2022 too short, too far: 5 times James Webb grabbed eyeballs
Telescope helped us understand how stars are born and unfolded Mars’ and Neptune’s secrets
Scientists call for legally-binding treaty to protect Earth’s orbit. Here’s why
Over 60,000 satellites expected to orbit Earth by 2030, up from the current 9,000 satellites