The Indian space industry is abuzz with anticipation as Skyroot Aerospace, a frontrunner in the private sector, successfully test-fired the Kalam-250 engine on March 27, 2024. This critical milestone, achieved during an 85-second hot fire at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota, marks the heart of Vikram-1, a launch vehicle designed to propel … Read more
A new study published in Nature has researchers excited about the potential of immunotherapy to combat the effects of aging. The study, conducted by a team led by Dr. Jason Ross at Stanford University, investigated the possibility of rejuvenating the immune system in mice. Understanding Immune System Aging and Its Consequences As we age, our … Read more
Scientists in India have unearthed a captivating gem from the animal kingdom – a new gecko species whose vibrant colors evoke the swirling brushstrokes of Vincent van Gogh’s famed painting, “The Starry Night.” This dazzling discovery, aptly named Cnemaspis vangoghi, adds a splash of artistic flair to the world of reptiles. A Tiny Titan with … Read more
Imagine a state of matter so cold, that atoms shed their individuality and transform into a single, giant wave. This isn’t science fiction; it’s the bizarre reality of Bose-Einstein condensates (BECs), the fifth state of matter. The Seeds of a Theory: Pioneering Work by Bose and Einstein The story of BECs begins in the theoretical … Read more
For over half a century, the medical field has been facing a growing crisis: antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The widespread overuse and misuse of antibiotics have fueled the evolution of resistant bacteria, rendering these once-life-saving drugs ineffective. This has alarming consequences – a 2019 study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated that … Read more
Imagine encountering prehistoric artistry while exploring a landscape marked by the footprints of creatures that vanished millions of years ago. That’s the fascinating scenario that unfolded in Brazil, where researchers unearthed stunning petroglyphs – carvings etched onto rock surfaces – dating back an incredible 9,400 years. Unearthing a Lost World at Pedra Furada The remarkable … Read more
Astronomers have cracked the code behind a perplexing phenomenon – a “hiccupping” black hole – leading to a groundbreaking discovery that rewrites our perception of galactic centers. A recent study, published in Science Advances on March 27, 2024, details how this unusual behavior – periodic dips in X-ray emissions every 8.5 days – exposes the … Read more
A recent study by researchers at the University of Leicester has unveiled a potentially life-saving innovation in heart health – an AI tool with the remarkable ability to predict deadly heart arrhythmias with 80% accuracy. This AI, named VA-ResNet-50, focuses on ventricular arrhythmia (VA), a rapid and irregular heartbeat that can cause sudden cardiac death, … Read more
Millions worldwide grapple with allergic asthma, a chronic condition marked by wheezing, breathing difficulties, and chest tightness. Current medications manage symptoms but don’t offer a cure. However, a recent breakthrough from the University of Southern California (USC) Keck School of Medicine offers a beacon of hope, with researchers identifying a potential new treatment approach targeting … Read more
Many who’ve battled Covid-19 experience a frustrating array of lingering symptoms, often categorized as Long Covid. One of the most common is brain fog, a condition characterized by difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness, and mental fatigue. Affecting an estimated 30% of Long Covid sufferers, brain fog significantly impacts daily life. Until recently, the exact mechanism behind Covid-induced … Read more