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Lander Hazard Detection and Avoidance Camera (LHDAC)

August 22, 2023

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) released images of the lunar far side taken by the Lander Hazard Detection and Avoidance Camera (LHDAC), which assists in locating safe landing spots during descents. Developed at ISRO’s Space Applications Centre (SAC), the ..

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Gene-edited Mustard

August 21, 2023

The utilization of oilseeds extends beyond oil extraction, with their protein-rich meal serving as a vital ingredient in livestock, poultry, and aqua feed. Rapeseed-mustard, a significant oilseed in India, contributes 42.6% to vegetable oil production and 30.3% to meal production. ..

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NBRI Namoh 108

August 21, 2023

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh unveiled the unique “Namoh 108” lotus flower variety, developed by CSIR-NBRI, with 108 petals. This novel flower blends religious significance with scientific achievement, symbolizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s tenure. The lotus, flowering from March to ..

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Demon Particle

August 19, 2023

A groundbreaking discovery of a unique ‘demon particle’ with potential implications for superconductors has been made by researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The particle, first predicted by physicist David Pines nearly 70 years ago, was identified within the ..

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Breakthrough Method Converts Human Skin Cells into Pluripotent Stem Cells

August 18, 2023

Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati and Christian Medical College, Vellore, have successfully developed a technique to transform regular human skin cells into pluripotent stem cells, known as Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (iPSCs). Unlike conventional methods that ..

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New Genetic Insights from Ötzi

August 18, 2023

The latest research on Ötzi, the Neolithic Iceman, has yielded unexpected insights into his genetic heritage. A high-coverage genome was created for Ötzi, leading to a revised understanding of his characteristics. The study, published in the journal Cell Genomics, revealed ..

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Agnibaan SOrTeD

August 18, 2023

Agnikul Cosmos, an Indian aerospace firm, is poised to achieve a significant milestone by becoming the country’s first private entity to design, develop, and launch a liquid-fueled rocket. Known as ‘Agnibaan SOrTeD’ (SubOrbital Technological Demonstrator), the maiden rocket is set ..

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Link between PM2.5 Air Pollution and Antibiotic Resistance

August 18, 2023

A recent study released in the Lancet Planetary Health has exposed a troubling association between airborne fine particulate matter (PM2.5) pollution and the development of antibiotic resistance. The research marks the first-ever global estimation of antibiotic resistance’s impact due to ..

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Indian Scientist Develops High-Precision Method for Nanomechanical Testing

August 18, 2023

An Indian scientist, in collaboration with international institutions, has introduced a novel method to assess nanomechanical properties of materials at minuscule scales with exceptional precision and accuracy. This methodology significantly enhances the nanoindentation technique’s precision and accuracy for testing mechanical ..

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Maisies Galaxy

August 17, 2023

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has revolutionized our understanding of the universe, allowing astronomers to unveil some of its most enigmatic secrets. JWST has now revealed Maisie’s Galaxy, one of the earliest known galaxies, which emerged approximately 390 million ..

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