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New Marine Tardigrade Species in Indian Waters
Researchers at the Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat) have unveiled an exciting discovery—a new species of marine tardigrade. Named Batillipes kalami, this minuscule creature was found off the southeast coast of Tamil Nadu, India, and has been christened ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2023
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ZSI Scientists Discover Pterygotrigla intermedica
Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have discovered a new species of deep-water marine fish in Digha Mohana, West Bengal. Named Pterygotrigla intermedica, it shares similarities with species like Pterygotrigla hemisticta. This discovery marks the fourth species of ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2023
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Trans-Lagrangean Point 1 Insertion (TL1I) Manoeuvre
India’s pioneering solar observatory, Aditya-L1, has commenced its journey to Lagrange Point 1 (L1), located along the Sun-Earth line. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) executed the trans-Lagrangian 1 insertion (TL1I) maneuver successfully, initiating Aditya-L1’s 110-day voyage to L1, which ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2023
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Study Links Chemical Exposures to Increased Cancer Odds in Women
New research funded by the US government reveals that women exposed to various widely used chemicals face higher odds of developing ovarian and other cancers, including a doubling of odds for melanoma. The study, based on data collected by the ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2023
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Google DeepMind’s AlphaMissense
Scientists at Google DeepMind have developed an AI program called AlphaMissense, which can predict the potential harm or harmlessness of genetic mutations, particularly missense mutations that involve single-letter changes in the DNA code. These mutations can lead to disorders such ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2023
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Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
The recent passing of actor Billy Miller, known for his roles in “Young and the Restless” and other soap operas, has drawn attention to Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), a rare neurological disorder he battled. While there is currently no cure ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs