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Health Risks of Martian Dust for Astronauts

Recent advancements in space exploration have raised concerns about the health risks associated with Martian dust. Researchers from several prestigious institutions have identified the toxic components of Martian...

March 28, 2025

Lyme Disease Treatment Breakthrough

Recent advancements in Lyme disease research have revealed a promising target for therapeutics. Scientists have identified an enzyme called BbLDH, crucial for the survival and infectivity of the...

March 27, 2025

What is DNA Fingerprinting?

DNA fingerprinting has revolutionised the fields of forensics, genealogy, and medicine. It is a powerful tool used to identify individuals based on their unique genetic makeup. This technology...

March 26, 2025

Earth’s Oldest Meteorite Impact Crater

Recent discoveries in the Pilbara region of Western Australia have revealed the oldest known meteorite impact crater on Earth. Formed over 3.5 billion years ago, this crater predates...

March 26, 2025

Challenges in Eliminating Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis (TB) remains global health challenge. Despite advances in medicine, it affects millions each year. TB is primarily caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It mainly targets the...

March 25, 2025

Dare2eraD TB Programme

The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) has advanced its efforts in combating tuberculosis (TB) through genomic sequencing initiative. As of March 2025, DBT has sequenced 10,000 samples of Mycobacterium...

March 25, 2025

What is Altermagnetism?

Researchers from Sweden have discovered a new type of magnetism called altermagnetism. This discovery has the potential to enhance electronic device performance. Altermagnetism could increase memory device operation...

March 24, 2025

What is Noma?

Noma, also known as cancrum oris, is a severe, gangrenous disease primarily affecting children aged 2 to 6 years. It is classified as a neglected tropical disease by...

March 24, 2025

Chandrayaan-4

Chandrayaan-4 is India’s fourth lunar mission, set to launch in October 2027. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) aims to achieve a remarkable feat by not only soft...

March 22, 2025

INCOIS Identifies Cyclone Formation and Intensification Factors

Recent advancements in cyclone research have emerged from the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information and Services (INCOIS). Scientists have successfully quantified the oceanic and atmospheric factors influencing...

March 19, 2025

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