Project Worldcoin: A project called Worldcoin has been launched by OpenAI, an Artificial intelligence company. The project claims to be building the world’s largest identity and financial public network. Project Worldcoin is an initiative to create a digital network in which everyone can claim some kind of stake, and join the digital economy. The initiative […]
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Pfizer’s RSV Vaccine
Pfizer’s RSV Vaccine: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval to Pfizer’s vaccine, Abrysvo, aimed at safeguarding new-borns from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) by vaccinating pregnant individuals during the latter stages of pregnancy. Abrysvo has been authorized for use in adults aged 60 and above to protect them from RSV. The vaccine generates […]
MeitY-NSF Research Collaboration
MeitY-NSF Research Collaboration: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has introduced its inaugural Joint Call for proposals in collaboration with the National Science Foundation (NSF) (USA) as part of its research partnership. The initiative is based on areas of shared interest highlighted in a Joint Statement made by the governments of India and […]
Lunar Polar Exploration Mission (LUPEX) : India And Japan
Lunar Polar Exploration Mission (LUPEX) : India And Japan In a joint effort, the space agencies of India and Japan are embarking on the Lunar Polar Exploration Mission (LUPEX). Lunar Polar Exploration Mission (LUPEX) is a collaborative venture between Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The mission is scheduled […]
Methanotrophs : Recent Study
Methanotrophs : Recent Study The recent study revealed that the Methylotuvimicrobium buryatense 5GB1C a Methanotroph could potentially remove methane from major emission sites. Methanotrophs are a diverse group of gram-negative bacteria that are related to other members of the Proteobacteria. Methanotrophic microorganisms oxidise methane to harness energy under oxic and anoxic conditions. They grow best […]
SeamlessM4T
SeamlessM4T: Meta, the technology company formerly known as Facebook, recently unveiled an advanced multilingual multimodal AI translation and transcription model named ‘SeamlessM4T.’ SeamlessM4T, which stands for Massively Multilingual and Multimodal Machine Translation, is an advanced multilingual multimodal AI translation and transcription model. It was developed by Meta, the technology company formerly known as Facebook. SeamlessM4T […]
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the first vaccine that protects newborns from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus. RSV is one of the most frequent causes of childhood illness. It usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Premature infants, babies younger than […]
Irregular Galaxy : Image Captured By Hubble Space Telescope
Irregular Galaxy : Image Captured By Hubble Space Telescope The Hubble Space Telescope recently captured an image of the irregular galaxy ESO 300-16, located at a distance of 28.7 million lightyears in the southern constellation of Eridanus. An irregular galaxy is a galaxy that does not have a distinct regular shape, like a spiral or […]
Demon Particle : Massless Particles
Demon Particle : Massless Particles Researchers at the University of Illinois have discovered a massless particle, often referred to as a “demon particle,” which could pave the way for the development of superconductors capable of functioning at room temperature. Superconductors, which can conduct electricity without resistance, currently require extremely low temperatures, often below 100 degrees […]
Floodwatch : Mobile App
Floodwatch : Mobile App The Central Water Commission launched Mobile App ‘Floodwatch’. Floodwatch:- Launched: 2023. Launched by: Central Water Commission (CWC). Objectives: using mobile phones to disseminate information related to the flood situation and forecasts up to 7 days on a real-time basis to the public. CWC : Establishment ministry: Ministry of Jal Shakti. Head: […]
