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Spitzer Resurrector Mission

May 19, 2023

The Spitzer Space Telescope, renowned for its infrared imaging capabilities, has played a significant role in advancing our understanding of the universe. Launched in 2003, the telescope was designed to function for five years, but it exceeded expectations by continuing ..

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Death Cap Mushroom

May 18, 2023

The death cap mushroom, scientifically known as Amanita phalloides, carries a notorious reputation for its deadly consequences when consumed. With liver failure and even kidney failure as potential outcomes, this mushroom poses a significant threat to those who mistakenly ingest ..

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Climate Change Impact on Sea Butterflies

May 18, 2023

Sea butterflies, also known as sea snails, are fascinating and delicate creatures that play a crucial role in the marine ecosystem. However, the smallest species of sea butterflies, found in the Southern Ocean, are facing significant challenges due to climate ..

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WHO Advisory Against Non-Sugar Sweeteners

May 17, 2023

The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently issued new guidelines advising against the consumption of non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) as a means to prevent unhealthy weight gain and reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Understanding Non-Sugar Sweeteners Non-sugar sweeteners, including ..

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Gekko mizoramensis

May 17, 2023

In a significant scientific breakthrough, researchers from Mizoram University and the Max Planck Institute for Biology in Tubingen, Germany, have identified and named a new species of flying gecko found in Mizoram. Key Facts The recently discovered flying gecko species ..

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NIRSpec Instrument Finds Water Around the Comet Read

May 16, 2023

The James Webb Space Telescope has made a groundbreaking discovery, uncovering the presence of water around a main belt comet in our solar system. Detection Using the James Webb Space Telescope Astronomers employed the NIRSpec instrument on the James Webb ..

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Great Grandfather Tree

May 15, 2023

In a forest in southern Chile, there stands a remarkable tree that has captured the attention of scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. Known as the “Great Grandfather,” this ancient tree is believed to be the oldest in the world, with ..

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What is ASC2?

May 15, 2023

A groundbreaking research published in the journal Cell has shed light on the remarkable ability of bats to host viruses without experiencing significant illness. This research focuses on a specific bat protein called ASC2 and its potential in combating inflammatory ..

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Non-Aqueous All-Organic Redox Flow Battery

May 15, 2023

Scientists at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT-M), have made significant strides in battery technology with their development of the non-aqueous all-organic redox flow battery. Advantages of Flow Batteries: Energy Storage Without Space Constraints Flow batteries have gained popularity ..

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NVS-01 Satellite

May 15, 2023

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for the launch of the NVS-01 satellite, a significant step towards bolstering India’s navigation capabilities. NVS-01: The Navigation Satellite on the Horizon Navigation Satellite-01, or NVS-01, is an advanced satellite that ..

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