Café Scientifique in Kerala

A group of science experts of the Hume Centre for Ecology and Wildlife Biology in Kerala are gearing up to launch ‘Café Scientifique’ to promote science among the public in an interesting way. What is Café Scientifique? Café Scientifique envisages bringing ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2019

Café Scientifique to be launched in Kerala

In Kerala, the group of science experts of the Hume Centre for Ecology and Wildlife Biology has decided to launch ‘Café Scientifique’ to promote science among public in an interesting way. It is the first such initiative in the state ..

Marcelo Gleiser wins Templeton Prize 2019

Brazilian physicist and astronomer Marcelo Gleiser has been awarded the 2019 Templeton Prize for his work blending science and spirituality. Marcelo Gleiser contends that science and religion are not only compatible, but that science is spiritual. The two realms of ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2019

2018 World Science Day for Peace and Development

The World Science Day for Peace and Development is observed every year on 10th of November to highlight the significant role of science in society and the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging scientific issues. It ..

ICSSR project implementing agency of scheme “Impactful Policy Research in Social Sciences (IMPRESS)”

In New Delhi, Minister of Human Resource Development Prakash Javadekar launched the web portal of the Scheme “Impactful Policy Research in Social Sciences (IMPRESS)” on October 25 to strengthen the research ecosystem in the country. The objective of IMPRESS is ..

What is a Local Electrode Atom Probe (LEAP) microscope?

A Local Electrode Atom Probe (LEAP) microscope is a type of microscope that uses a finely pointed tip to detect individual atoms and molecules. It is a high-resolution imaging tool that allows scientists to study the structure and composition of ..