Silver silk patch aids healing of wounds, prevents infection
Scientists at IIT Madras have created a new material which can help in fast healing of wounds and preventing infection.
Bat genes holds secrets of longevity: study
Bats are the longest-lived mammals relative to body size, and a species called the greater mouse-eared bat lives especially long. Researchers now have unlocked some of this bat’s longevity secrets, with hints for fighting the effects of aging in people.
Scientists simulate tests for 1st manned mission to Mars in Oman’s desert
Over 200 scientists from 25 nations are conducting simulation tests in the vast sandy terrain of Dhofar Desert in southern Oman for a manned mission to Mars
World’s most powerful rocket
Falcon Heavy became the most powerful rocket in use today, doubling the liftoff punch of its closest competitor.
Japan launches micro satellite rocket
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) launched on Saturday the world’s smallest rocket with the ability to put a micro-satellite into orbit.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine
Recently, a Rome-based epidemiologist, Tom Jefferson, of the Cochrane Collaboration highlighted in a paper worrying gaps in published data on the vaccine, designed to prevent HPV-related cervical cancer.
New AI system can train robots for armies
Scientists have developed an artificial intelligence technique that will teach robots and computer programmes to interact with a human instructor and perform tasks for the army.
Mihir Computer System
India commissioned its High Performance Computer (HPC) system – named ‘Mihir’ (meaning Sun) – at the National Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting at Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
Government’s view on cryptocurrency splits opinions.
The Finance Minister’s statement in his Budget speech on crypto currencies does not mean that it is illegal to hold these currencies, but only means it is illegal to transact using them in place of legal tender, according to industry players and analysts.
Two-fold rise in research publications on earth sciences
In a recent observation, it has been observed that there has been a two-fold rise in research publications on earth sciences in India.