D Srinivasa Reddy takes over as Director CSIR-IICT
Reddy will also hold the additional charge of the post of director of CSIR-IIIM, Jammu and director, CSIR-CDRI, Lucknow
Analysis of tooth found in Laos proves that the Denisovans did exist beyond Siberia
Denisovans were first identified in a Siberian cave; but their genes existed in several Asian and Oceanic groups, thus intriguing scientists
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
Number of antibiotics, investment not sufficient to minimise threat of wide-spread infection
Of the 12 antibiotics companies that have gone public in the past 10 years, only 5 are still active today
Dogs can be trained to sniff out COVID-19 — a team of forensic researchers explain the science
Scientists have found dogs can be trained to successfully recognise unique volatile organic compounds, or biomarkers
New physics: Latest results from Cern further boost tantalising evidence
The standard model is the most successful scientific theory ever written down, and yet, we know it must be incomplete
Detecting tropical cyclones in north Indian Ocean earlier than satellites: IIT-Kharagpur researchers find a way
The technique could help in early detection of development of tropical cyclones in atmospheric column over ocean surface in the North Indian …
Scientists find supermassive black hole moving within host galaxy
It can be two black holes in the process of merging or one in a binary system of black holes
Most distant source of radio emission discovered, holds clues about ancient universe
Supermassive black holes that formed when the universe was young have raised more questions than they answered
Phylogenetic tools can help track COVID-19 variants faster. Here's how
Studying the evolutionary path of the virus can help countries assess their vaccine strategy
Look, Hubble is turning 31
The Hubble Space Telescope will celebrate 31 years in space observing the universe on April 24, 2021. A month before it’s birthday, presenting …
Artemis: How ever changing US space policy may push back the next Moon landing
A delay of any more than a year would move Artemis 3 beyond the end of President Biden’s first term in office
NFHS-5: How did Indian states fare in the internet usage question?
The results show huge disparities in terms of gender as far as internet usage is concerned
India to witness ‘Ring of Fire’ eclipse on June 21
The next solar eclipse, which will be a partial solar eclipse, will take place on October 25, 2022
COVID-19: Is the R number still useful?
R is not based solely on the virus but is affected by the environment and behaviour of the population. It also varies depending on the model used …
Drones help track wildfires, count wildlife and map plants
After learning how to operate a drone safely, users can acquire a variety of scientific data
How aerosol formation helps brighten clouds, balance climate
The formation of new particle covers about 40 per cent of the Earth’s surface
Earth’s last magnetic field flip lasted 22,000 years: Study
The most recent magnetic field reversal happened some 770,000 years ago and is named Matuyama-Brunhes after the scientists who discovered it
ISRO’s new space company gets its first order
American space rideshare company Spaceflight bought payload slot on the first commercial launch of ISRO’s newest rocket, Small Satellite …
Here come the gene hackers
Interventions to make heritable changes to the human genome are fraught with uncertainties. There are legitimate concerns about using a still …
How data science in and for Africa can blaze new trails
Data science, led by Africa-based scientists, could play a key role in addressing issues like improving access and equity in health care, …
Chandrayaan-2 in orbit, now focus on Sept 7 moon landing
The satellite will, in the next 23 days, burn its internal thrusters six times raising its height
Smart, traceable drug delivery can make cancer therapy more effective
Researchers at Indian Institute of Technology-Mandi have developed multifunctional gold nanostructure that can be used in cancer imaging and therapy
New graphene-based material developed for medical implants
Biometallic implants have become popular as a means to repair, restructure or replace damaged or diseased parts in orthopaedic and dental procedures
Mission Shakti was supposed to make India proud. Is it doing so?
NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine says such events are not compatible with human space flight; increased risk to ISS by 44%