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Discouragement of physical activity, low food quality, and increased consumption of calories from trans-fatty acids, which are often prevalent in disadvantaged neighbourhood, can disrupt the brain's ability to process information flexibly, according to a latest study.

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Living in Impoverished Neighbourhood Affects Brain Function

Sona Prebhakar - September 18, 2023

In a groundbreaking development, scientists have genetically modified a marine microorganism with the capability to break down polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic in saltwater environments. PET is widely used in products such as water bottles and clothing and is a major contributor to micro plastic pollution in the world's oceans.

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Genetically Modified Bacteria Tackle Plastic Pollution

In a groundbreaking achievement, NASA's Mars Oxygen In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) Experiment (MOXIE) has demonstrated the feasibility of extracting breathable oxygen from the thin Martian atmosphere. After a series of successful experiments, MOXIE is now poised to conclude its mission, leaving behind valuable insights for future Mars exploration.

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Breathable Oxygen Extraction Feasibility on Mars

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati have developed innovative technologies to create pharmaceutical and food products from waste coming out of tea factories.

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Turning Waste into Treasure: Tea Waste into Valuable Products

A new study based on genomic data from 3,154 modern humans suggests that nearly a million years ago, humanity's ancestors experienced a severe population bottleneck that reduced their numbers from approximately 100,000 to just 1,280 breeding individuals.

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Genomic Data Reveals Ancient Population Bottleneck

In a gesture of profound significance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the christening of key lunar locations with names that reflect India's spiritual ethos and indomitable spirit. As he addressed scientists at the ISRO Telemetry Tracking and Command Network Mission Control Complex in Bengaluru, PM Modi revealed that the site where Chandrayaan-3's lander made its lunar touchdown will now be known as 'Shivashakti'. Similarly, the spot where Chandrayaan-2's landing occurred will be called the 'Tiranga Point'.

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Symbolic; Shivashakti and Tiranga Mark Chandrayaan Lunar Achievements

Staff Reporter - August 27, 2023

In a gesture of profound significance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the christening of key lunar locations with names that reflect India's spiritual ethos and indomitable spirit. As he addressed scientists at the ISRO Telemetry Tracking and Command Network Mission Control Complex in Bengaluru, PM Modi revealed that the site where Chandrayaan-3's lander made its lunar touchdown will now be known as 'Shivashakti'. Similarly, the spot where Chandrayaan-2's landing occurred will be called the 'Tiranga Point'.

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August 23; Chandrayaan Landing Day is Now ‘National Space Day’

News Bureau - August 27, 2023

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Lunar Exploration: Oxford’s Thermal Imaging Camera to Unveil Moon’s Water

Abhiram - August 20, 2023

In an era where contemporary water utilities grapple with maintaining pristine water supplies, a groundbreaking study led by Oxford geoarchaeologist Dr. Gül Sürmelihindi and an international team unveils a remarkable facet of ancient civilization. The research exposes the meticulous water management practices of Roman engineers who, some two millennia ago, adeptly sustained and preserved their intricate water systems.

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Legacy of Roman Aqueducts Gains Significance at Time of Water Scarcity

Bureau News - August 9, 2023

The quest to unveil the mysteries of life beyond Earth propels astrophysicists towards discovering habitable planets amidst the expanding collection of over 5000 worlds found beyond our solar system. A group of Indian scientists has embarked on a journey to decode a pivotal factor in this pursuit: the role of magnetic fields of stars and their accompanying planets in determining habitability. Their groundbreaking study, documented in the Astrophysical Journal, sheds light on the intricate interplay between stellar and planetary magnetism, unravelling its profound influence on the critical atmospheric erosion necessary for life to thrive.

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Mysteries of Life Beyond Earth

Abhiram - August 9, 2023

Ocean's Colour Changing as a Result of Climate Change; Study

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Climate Change Alters Ocean’s Colour

Sona Prebhakar - July 14, 2023

Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) is more likely to enhance job roles through task automation, rather than completely replacing them, according to a recent study by the International Labour Organization (ILO).

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AI for Good of All: UN Urges Human Rights and Accountability

Bureau News - July 9, 2023

The Mysterious Giant Gravity Hole in Indian Ocean

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The Mysterious Giant Gravity Hole in Indian Ocean

News Bureau - July 7, 2023

China Makes History Sending First Civilian Astronaut to Space

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China Makes History Sending First Civilian Astronaut to Space

Staff Reporter - May 30, 2023

Biocompatible Drug System Brings Potential Solution For Rheumatoid Arthritis

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Biocompatible Drug System Solution For Rheumatoid Arthritis

News Bureau - May 9, 2023

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The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is thrilled to announce the return of its eagerly awaited annual event, the Panda Paddle, set to take place from August 4 to 13. This distinctive fundraising initiative is designed to inspire active participation in nature, foster connections among like-minded conservationists, and contribute significantly to WWF's global conservation endeavours.

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