Lotus-inspired biodegradable water repellent material developed
A water-repelling, biodegradable material inspired by lotus leaves has been developed by a joint team of researchers from India, Switzerland and …
A mango database developed for plant breeders
Kerala Agricultural University scientists have developed a database that lists 40 mango varieties based on features like the type of flower, seed,…
Theoretical physicist E C G Sudarshan passes away
A professor at the University of Texas, he was nominated for Nobel Prize several times. If found true, his theory of particles travelling faster …
The emerging science of nanoflowers
Nanoflowers can find applications in optoelectronics devices or sensors, catalysis and solar cells and also have great potential for possible …
The Chinese patent juggernaut
China has toppled Japan from No 2 spot and is set to become the leader in global patent filings, specially in future technologies
Human empathy is our politics
This year, Down To Earth turns 31 years old. We have promises to keep. And keep them we will
New studies reveal insights about Earth’s mysterious mantle
Mantle makes up the largest part of Earth; there’s still a lot we don’t know about it
‘Ocean thermal energy conversion plant coming up in Lakshadweep’
The plant will power the one lakh litre per day low temperature thermal desalination plant, which converts seawater into potable water
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, …
Why there are fewer women in science
This field and participation of women in it is a reflection of society, which hasn’t considered investing time or money in the gender’…
Citizen science is growing in India, say experts
Scientists at the Indian Science Congress say the new research approach is witnessing good participation
Extend research from labs to the land: Modi at 105th Indian Science Congress
Modi said that it is time for India to reclaim its rightful place among frontline nations in science
This Indian scientific journal has just attained a milestone of sorts; here is how
The articles published in ‘Physiology and Molecular Biology of Plants’ are now cited more than three times by authors around the …
The Dalai Lama features in International Science Film Festival of India
‘The Dalai Lama: Scientist’ brings to light several largely unknown aspects of the leader
Let it flow: COVID-19 pandemic underscores need to share research; but how will it work
The scientific community has rolled out plans to remove hurdles in the shift to open access publishing. Will this ensure equitable access?
Study zeroes in on target plant hormone to improve potassium deficiency in rice
Plants deficient in Potassium more susceptible to salt, drought, chilling and other stresses
Space Race 2.0: Who does it belong to?
Governments have been exploring space for a while, but the influx of private players has altered the rules of the game. What are the laws …
At Indian Science Congress, a time capsule on India’s scientific prowess
The capsule was put together by students of Lovely Professional University, who plan to bury it underground till January 3, 2119
Life in maars: Why it’s worth protecting a spectacular fossil site NZ almost lost to commercial mining interests
Foulden Maar, one of New Zealand’s most exceptional fossil sites, was also of interest to mining company
Why using AI tools like ChatGPT in my MBA innovation course is expected and not cheating
We need the various manuals of style to update their rules to include work generated by an AI
Death: How long are we conscious for and does life really flash before our eyes?
A recent research speculated about life ’flashing’ past moments before death; how sound might it be?
The ghost of Christmas yet to come: how an AI ‘SantaNet’ might end up destroying the world
Scientists identified a series of behaviours by the AI general intelligence system which, though well-intentioned, could have adverse impacts on …
TIFR Swarnajayanti fellow to study plasticity for better design of materials
Plasticity enables a solid to undergo permanent deformation without rupture under the action of external forces
Three-body problem needs real, and not artificial solution
The equation that has confounded mathematicians for over 300 years needs an elegant and beautiful solution, not something where the end is there …
Eliud Kipchoge's sub-2hr marathon: It all comes down to 15 extraordinary seconds
Kipchoge must put one foot in front of the other, at the frighteningly fast average pace of 2m 52s per km