Bhu-Vision : IoT-Based Automated Soil Testing A revolutionary IoT-based automated soil testing and agronomy advisory platform, Bhu-Vision was officially launched at AICRP (ICAR-IIRR), Hyderabad. Bhu-Vision is also known as KRISHI-RASTAA Soil Testing System. It has been jointly developed by ICAR-IIRR(Indian Council of Agricultural Research -Indian Institute of Rice Research) and KrishiTantra. This system seamlessly conducts […]
Category: Science and Technology Current Affairs
Einstein Cross
Einstein Cross: Astronomers have discovered a stunning, rare example of an “Einstein cross” splitting and magnifying light from the far depths of the universe. Einstein predicted the existence of these crosses back in 1915. Einstein’s theory of general relativity describes the way massive objects warp the fabric of the universe, called space-time. The latest Einstein […]
CHD1L Gene
CHD1L Gene: According to a new study some people of African descent possess a CHD1L gene variant that likely controls human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The Chromodomain Helicase DNA Binding Protein 1 Like (CHD1L), which contains information to make proteins that allow the body to repair DNA damage. A variant of the CHD1L gene, specifically present […]
Smart Corn : New Genetically Modified (GMO) Corn
Smart Corn : New Genetically Modified (GMO) Corn A new genetically modified (GMO) corn called ‘smart corn’ has been developed by Bayer to withstand climate change pressures. Smart Corn GMO is a genetically modified corn varietal developed by Bayer. It grows shorter and sturdier than conventional corn to withstand high-wind storms caused by climate change. […]
Polypills : Combating Cardiovascular Diseases
Polypills : Combating Cardiovascular Diseases The WHO has recognized the effectiveness of polypills in combating cardiovascular diseases by including them in the Model Lists of Essential Medicines. A polypill is a single pill that contains a combination of multiple medications, typically used for the prevention or treatment of various health conditions. It simplifies medication regimens […]
Lunar Codex
Lunar Codex: A collection of various art made by humans might become immortal with the Lunar Codex programme. Lunar Codex collection of art gathered from artists will be stranded on the lunar surface as a lasting record of human creativity, even in times of war, pandemics, and economic crises. This programme is spearheaded by Samuel […]
eSanjeevani : Completed 14,17,81,384 Teleconsultations
eSanjeevani : Completed 14,17,81,384 Teleconsultations Union Health Minister recently informed the Rajya Sabha that the Centre’s telemedicine application eSanjeevani has completed 14,17,81,384 teleconsultations. eSanjeevani is a cloud-based integrated telemedicine solution of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India. It is a telemedicine app that provides both doctor-to-doctor and doctor-to-patient telecommunication. It is […]
ZARTH App
ZARTH App: A team of researchers at the Center for Data Driven Discovery, California Institute of Technology has developed ZARTH app that allows anyone with a smartphone to ‘hunt’ for transients. The ZTF Augmented Reality Transient Hunter ( ZARTH) is built along the lines of the augmented reality mobile game. It allows the user to […]
GEMINI : New Blood Testing Technology For Cancer
GEMINI : New Blood Testing Technology For Cancer Researchers have developed a new blood testing technology called GEMINI (Genome-wide Mutational Incidence for Non-Invasive Detection of Cancer) that uses genome-wide sequencing of single molecules of DNA combined with machine learning. This technology has the potential to enable earlier detection of lung and other cancers. The GEMINI […]
National Deep Tech Startup Policy
National Deep Tech Startup Policy: The National Deep Tech Startup Policy (NDTSP) draft has been released for public consultation by the National Consortium. Aim of the policy is to strengthen the Indian deep tech startup ecosystem and address its unique challenges. Deep Tech refers to advanced and cutting-edge technologies that are based on significant scientific […]
