Two scientists in Norway have discovered that comb jellies from the species Mnemiopsis leidyi reverse from a mature lobate, or adult with lobes, to an early larval-state — when stressed — just like the immortal Turritopsis dohrnii. About Cnidarians (Source: Read More …
Category: PRELIMS TERMINOLOGY
Dasa tradition
Recently, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the three-day Mysuru Sangeetha Suganda, a music festival celebrating the Dasa tradition of Carnatic music, at the KSOU Convocation Hall in Mysuru, Karnataka. Key points
Beet Test
The Beet Test for digestion is a simple and natural way to gauge the speed at which your digestive system processes food. It is a simple method to assess your gut’s transit time.
New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG)
The New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) refers to an update to the $100 billion a year that was to be made available to developing countries by developed countries to adapt to climate change as well as mitigate emissions. Background
H. pylori
Asian Institute of Gastroenterology (AIG) Hospitals, Hyderabad on 8th November launched Barry Marshall Centre for H Pylori Research, billed as the first centre focused on the study and treatment of Helicobacter pylori infections. About H. pylori
RNA Editing
Recently, a biotechnology company in Massachusetts in the U.S. named Wave Life Sciences made headlines for becoming the first company to treat a genetic condition by editing RNA at the clinical level. About RNA Editing RNA editing and DNA editing Read More …
Black Box Problem
The black box problem is a challenge in artificial intelligence (AI) that occurs when it’s difficult to understand how an AI system makes decisions.
Protein IL-35
Researchers of the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST) in Guwahati have discovered a specific protein IL-35.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
A recent study by the Advanced Science Research Centre’s (CUNY ASRC) Neuroscience Initiative has uncovered the cellular mechanisms that link high-fat diets, specifically those rich in palm oil, to worsening symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS).
Act4Dyslexia campaign
In a significant initiative as part of the nation-wide ‘Act4Dyslexia’ campaign, the highest offices of the Government and key monuments in Delhi were illuminated in red, the colour for Dyslexia Awareness on 28 October.
Digital Infrastructure Growth Initiative for India Framework (DiGi Framework)
The United States, Japan and South Korea on October 25, 2024 announced the launch of Digital Infrastructure Growth Initiative for India Framework (DiGi Framework).
Coral Triangle
A recent report highlighted the serious dangers brought by fossil fuel expansion to the Coral Triangle, one of the most biodiverse marine areas in the world. About Coral Triangle
Z-Morh tunnel
Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on October 24 asked security agencies to “secure vital infrastructure projects” across the Union Territory.
Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM)
The Government of India is planning to introduce an Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) for solar cells on the lines of module manufacturing to boost India’s transition towards green energy.
Gussadi dance
President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have expressed condolences over the demise of renowned dancer and cultural icon Kanaka Raju.