Hydrogels : New Discovery A new way discovered by a team of researchers at the Department of Chemical Sciences in Bose Institute to create hydrogels using tiny protein fragments of just five amino acids from the SARS-CoV-1 virus, could help improve targeted drug delivery & reduce side effects. Hydrogels is a three-dimensional network composed of […]
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BRIC-National Agri-Food Bio-Manufacturing Institute
BRIC-National Agri-Food Bio-Manufacturing Institute: India’s first Biomanufacturing Institute, the “BRIC-National Agri-Food Bio-Manufacturing Institute” (BRIC-NABI), was inaugurated in Mohali. BRIC-NABI is formed by merging National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) and the Center of Innovative and Applied Bioprocessing (CIAB), combining expertise in biotechnology and bioprocessing to scale up agri-tech innovations. It aims to boost India’s agri-food sector […]
ISRO announced the launch of its analogue space mission in Leh
ISRO announced the launch of its analogue space mission in Leh: ISRO announced the launch of its analogue space mission in Leh, Ladakh. This innovative mission aims to simulate life in an interplanetary habitat, addressing the challenges associated with establishing a base station beyond Earth. Through this initiative, ISRO seeks to gather insights and prepare […]
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Obstructive sleep apnea contributes to the development of dementia among adults—particularly women, a study suggests Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is the most common sleep-related breathing disorder. People with OSA repeatedly stop and start breathing while they sleep. OSA occurs when a blockage in your airway keeps air from moving through your windpipe […]
First In The World Challenge Initiative
First In The World Challenge Initiative: Aimed at encouraging Indian scientists to come up with innovative ideas for finding solutions to difficult health problems, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has announced a new initiative called “First in the World Challenge”. The “First in the World” Challenge, inspired by the success of Chandrayaan-3, is […]
Aarambh 6.0 Initiative
Aarambh 6.0 Initiative: Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with young civil servants during Aarambh 6.0, focusing on enhancing governance through public participation (Jan Bhagidari) and improving feedback and grievance redressal systems. Aarambh 6.0 initiative is an orientation program for young civil servants, designed to equip them with governance skills and foster innovative thinking. This edition […]
Mule Accounts for Money Laundering
Mule Accounts for Money Laundering: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has issued an alert about illegal payment gateways like PeacePay, RTX Pay etc set up by transnational cybercriminals using mule bank accounts for money laundering. A mule account is a bank account used to facilitate illegal activities. A money mule is someone who transfers […]
Civil Registration System (CRS) Mobile App
Civil Registration System (CRS) Mobile App: Union Home Minister recently launched the Civil Registration System (CRS) mobile application to “integrate technology with governance”. Civil Registration System (CRS) Mobile App is designed to facilitate the registration of births and deaths across India. It was developed by the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India. It aims […]
Chronic Wasting Disease : In News
Chronic Wasting Disease : In News New York State authorities recently confirmed a case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a deer facility, emphasizing the disease’s impact on deer, elk and moose populations. Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is a progressive and fatal neurological disease affecting deer, elk, moose, and other cervids (members of the deer […]
Stem Cell Transplants : Findings
Stem Cell Transplants : Findings A recent study published in Science Translational Medicine examined long-term outcomes in patients who underwent hematopoietic stem cell transplants (HSCT), focusing on how transplanted stem cells evolve and mutate over time. Key Findings of the Study: The research involved 16 pairs of donors and recipients where both exhibited surprisingly low […]
