Category: Science&Tech

A new low-cost sensor made of metal oxide nanoparticles–reduced graphene oxide composite can detect formalin adulteration in fishes at room temperature in a non-invasive way. Workers may be harmed by exposure to formaldehyde. The level of exposure depends upon the Read More …

A new study, recently published in the in Scientific Reports, throws light on progresses of Huntington’s disease at the molecular level. About Huntington’s disease

A group of researchers from Visva-Bharati University have discovered a bacteria capable of boosting plant growth. Key points

Rare iridescent clouds have been captured over Scotland, northern England and the West Midlands. These are polar stratospheric clouds or Nacreous clouds. Key points

NASA’s new satellite to hourly measure air pollution hourly has shown significant progress and now the space agency officials are already thinking about ways to extend its life. Key points

The war in Ukraine has snapped imports of Actinium-225-a key radioactive isotope used in advanced cancer treatment. Key points

Recently, North Korea test-fired a intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) powered by solid fuel. About Solid-fuel missiles Liquid propellants

Abdoulaye Diabate-a scientist from Burkina Faso is working on a ‘gene drive technology’ that can wipe out malaria-causing female mosquitoes by altering their genes. About Gene drives

Between the financial years 2022 (FY22) and FY23, there has been a jump of 34 per cent in imports of critical minerals including glauconite, nickel, platinum group elements (PGE), potash, graphite, molybdenum (ore), phosphorite (phosphate), lithium, titanium, and rare earth Read More …