South Korea begins local production of nanotechnology-backed filters for chips
Seoul, Dec 17 (IANS) South Korea’s industry ministry said on Tuesday the country has kicked off its first domestic production of filters using nanotechnology, paving the way for the self-supply of a critical product needed to produce semiconductors. The production began at the factory of Synopex Inc. in Dongtan, 40 kilometers south of Seoul, with […]
Technology can address food wastage challenge in India
New Delhi, Nov 22 (IANS) Using technology can help mitigate food waste — a critical challenge for India’s foodservice industry — and also promote sustainable practices, according to a report on Friday. Food wastage can erode restaurant profits and also intensify environmental concerns, while millions around the globe suffer from undernourishment and malnutrition. Parthasaradhi Reddy […]
Innovation programmes to come up at 1,000 campuses in Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 21 (IANS) Around 1,000 higher education institutions in Kerala will soon have a new programme aimed at scaling up student entrepreneurship and innovation. The Pinarayi Vijayan-led Kerala government has extended the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centres (IEDCs) programme implemented by the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) to all higher education institutions (HEIs) in the […]
Exposure to antiseizure meds in womb may raise kids’ neurodevelopmental risks
New Delhi, Nov 15 (IANS) Children born to women who take antiseizure medications during pregnancy may be at an increased risk of facing neurodevelopmental conditions, according to a large study on Friday. The findings, published in the journal Nature Communications, showed that children exposed to antiseizure drugs valproate, topiramate, and carbamazepine were linked to specific […]
Govt’s PAIR programme to boost research, innovation in higher education
New Delhi, Nov 15 (IANS) The Union Government-led Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has launched the Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR) programme to enhance quality research-oriented higher education in the country. In line with ANRF, operationalised in September, the PAIR programme aims to bring major transformation in Indian Universities. While being aligned with […]
India’s CO2 emissions account 8pc of global total, to rise by 4.6pc in 2024
New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) India accounts for per cent of the global total carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, and it is expected to increase by 4.6 per cent in 2024, according to a new report released on Wednesday, ahead of the UN climate conference in Baku, Azerbaijan. The report by Global Carbon Project, involving an […]
IIT Madras, ISRO to study spacecraft & launch vehicle-related thermal management
Chennai, Nov 11 (IANS) The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras on Monday announced a collaboration with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for research in ‘Fluid and Thermal Sciences’. This CoE in the area of fluid and thermal sciences will act as the nodal centre to study […]
Two Amur falcons tagged with satellite transmitters in Manipur to study migratory routes
Imphal, Nov 8 (IANS) Two Amur falcons have been tagged with satellite transmitters by a senior Wildlife Institute of India (WII) scientist in western Manipur’s Tamenglong district on Friday to analyse the migratory routes of the raptors. Forest officials said that two Amur falcons, tagged with satellite transmitters, were given the names ‘Chiuluan-2’ and ‘Guangram’ […]
Filipino Rico Hoey soars into joint lead at World Wide Technology Championship
Los Cabos (Mexico), Nov 8 (IANS) Rico Hoey of the Philippines mastered high winds to fire an opening 5-under 67 for the joint first round lead at the World Wide Technology Championship on Thursday as he seeks a maiden PGA TOUR victory. The 29-year-old fought his way to seven birdies against two bogeys at El […]
Centre to unveil drone technology for fisheries sector in Kochi
New Delhi, Nov 7 (IANS) The Centre’s Department of Fisheries and the National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), Hyderabad are organizing a workshop on the application and demonstration of drone technology in fisheries and aquaculture at ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) in Kerala’s Kochi on Friday. The NFDB, along with innovative startups, will deliver a […]
Maternal Vitamin D intake can boost kid’s bone health even at age 7
New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) Extra Vitamin D intake during pregnancy can make your kid’s bone stronger even at age 7, according to a study on Wednesday. Vitamin D, also known as the sunshine vitamin, helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body — minerals that are essential for bones, teeth, and […]
Nvidia surpasses Apple to become world’s largest company in AI era
San Francisco, Nov 6 (IANS) Graphics chip giant Nvidia has become the world’s largest company by market capitalisation, surpassing Apple, in the artificial intelligence (AI) era. Nvidia was valued at $3.43 trillion at the close of market late on Tuesday, crossing Apple’s $3.38 trillion market value. Jensen Huang-led Nvidia for the first time pushed past […]
India’s B2B2C mental health market likely to reach $3.9 billion by FY29
New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) Driven by the rise in digital adoption, the enterprise-driven business-to-business-to-consumer (B2B2C) mental health market in India is projected to reach approximately $3.9 billion by FY29, with demand expected to grow 1.7 times in the coming years, according to a new report. Corporate and educational segments are leading this shift, recognising […]
HPCL’s Green arm ties up with EIL for marketing hydrogen technology
New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) HP Green R&D Centre (HPGRDC), the research facility of oil major Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL), on Tuesday announced a landmark partnership with Engineers India Ltd (EIL) for the commercialisation of its indigenously developed Hydrogen Pressure Swing Adsorption (HP-PSA) technology. The strategic collaboration between the two public sector companies “marks […]
ISRO to launch EU’s Proba-3 Sun observation mission in December
New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) The (ISRO) is set to launch the European Union’s Proba 3 Sun Observation Mission in December, said Dr Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology, on Tuesday. Speaking to IANS on the sidelines of the Indian Space Conclave 3.0 in New Delhi, he said the space […]
Govt interventions in India, Pak can cut deadly air pollution, prevent deaths
New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Government interventions in India and Pakistan may be able to curb the illegal practice of crop burning and reduce deadly air pollution in South Asia, a new study has said. According to the study, co-led by US-based Brown University researcher Gemma Dipoppa and published in the journal Nature, air pollution, […]
India offers high treatment coverage against TB
New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) India has one of the highest levels of treatment coverage for tuberculosis, among the 30 high TB burden countries, revealed a recent report by the World Health Organization (WHO). The report showed that India is among seven of 30 high TB-burden countries — Brazil, Mozambique, Papua New Guinea, Sierra Leone, […]
Study shows Covid led to a decline in outdoor activities
New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) A study of 34,000 Americans, published on Thursday, showed that Covid-19 has led to a decline in outdoor activities. The study noted that people are spending nearly an hour less a day doing activities outside the home — a behaviour that researchers say is a lasting consequence of the pandemic. […]
India among 1st nations to implement exclusive biotechnology policy
New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) India is among the first nations to implement an exclusive biotechnology policy, said Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Monday. The Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology said this at the inauguration of the new complex of India’s first Biomanufacturing Institute. While addressing the assembly of […]
Confident of making Indian Space Station a launching point for lunar exploration
New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) With the expertise in lander technology ISRO is confident of making Bhartiya Antriksh Space Station a launching point for lunar exploration, said Dr. S. Somanath, Chairman of the Indian space agency. He said this while delivering a lecture on ‘Indian Space Odyssey: In Search of New Frontiers’ at the prestigious […]