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Dubai Aerial Taxi Vertiport Construction Begins

November 15, 2024

Dubai is advancing its transport infrastructure with the construction of its first aerial taxi vertiport. Announced by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, this innovative facility is located near Dubai International Airport. It reflects the city’s commitment to ..

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Hyderabad Airport Wins for Digital Innovations

November 15, 2024

GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited (GHIAL) has gained international recognition for its digital innovations. The accolades were presented at the ‘Airport Excellence Awards’ during the Saudi Airport Exhibition 2024. This event took place on November 12 at the Riyadh International ..

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Nvidia and SoftBank Launch AI-5G (AI-RAN) Network

November 15, 2024

Nvidia and SoftBank Corp have successfully piloted the world’s first artificial intelligence and 5G telecoms network. This innovation allows both AI and 5G workloads to function simultaneously. The network is termed an artificial intelligence radio access network (AI-RAN). It has ..

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What is Walking Pneumonia?

November 15, 2024

In recent weeks, an increase in walking pneumonia cases has been reported. This mild lung infection resembles common cold symptoms. Unlike typical pneumonia, walking pneumonia allows individuals to continue daily activities. Its name originated in the 1930s. About Walking Pneumonia ..

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International Conference on Traditional Knowledge 2024

November 15, 2024

The International Conference on Communication and Dissemination of Traditional Knowledge commenced at Gurugram University. This event is a collaboration between the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) and Gurugram University. The ..

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H5N1 Outbreak Devastates Elephant Seal Population

November 14, 2024

The H5N1 strain of avian influenza has caused important mortality among elephant seals. Over 17,000 seals have died within a year. The outbreak has severely impacted breeding populations, particularly in Patagonia, Argentina. Research published in Nature Communications outlines the virus’s ..

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Denmark Launches Sovereign AI Supercomputer Initiative

November 14, 2024

Denmark recently introduced its own artificial intelligence supercomputer. This initiative is funded by profits from popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic. The aim is to enhance research in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology. The supercomputer will also support various fields where AI can ..

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Uranus: New Insights Into Its Mystifying Magnetic Field

November 14, 2024

Recent studies have revitalized interest in Uranus, the ice giant visited by Voyager 2 in 1986. New analyses of Voyager 2’s data reveal complexities in Uranus’s magnetic field. These findings challenge previous assumptions about the planet’s magnetosphere. They may also ..

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Mnemiopsis leidyi: The Time-Traveling Comb Jelly

November 13, 2024

Recent research has revealed a remarkable phenomenon in marine biology. A newly identified species of comb jelly, known scientifically as Mnemiopsis leidyi, possesses the extraordinary ability to reverse its aging process. This challenges long-standing beliefs about the life cycles of ..

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IIT Madras and ISRO Launch Research Centre for Spacecraft Thermal Management

November 13, 2024

IIT Madras is partnering with ISRO to create a Centre of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Sciences. This collaboration aims to enhance research in thermal management for spacecraft and launch vehicles. ISRO has allocated Rs 1.84 Crore as seed funding ..

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