Category: Science and Technology Current Affairs

Epicoccum indicum : New Species Of Fungi A new species of phytopathogenic fungi, Epicoccum indicum (Ascomycota, Didymellaceae), associated with an emerging leaf spot disease in Chrysopogon zizanioides (vetiver), was recently discovered by researchers at Banaras Hindu University. It is a new species of phytopathogenic fungi. The species name refers to India, where it was discovered. […]

Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis: A new research paper has identified a life-threatening fungal infection called chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA), mostly in the damaged lungs of tuberculosis survivors among Assam’s tea plantation workers. It is an infection caused by Aspergillus fumigatus, a fungus that strikes individuals with immunodeficiency. It is a chronic lung disease that occurs commonly […]

Paraquat Poisoning: A 24-year old woman was awarded the death sentence by a Thiruvananthapuram court which found her guilty of poisoning her boyfriend in 2022 with a chemical herbicide called paraquat. Paraquat also known as paraquat dichloride or methyl viologen, it is one of the world’s most-used herbicides. It is primarily used to control the […]

M. Mohan Appointed as Director of ISRO’s Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre: M. Mohan was appointed as the Director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. He succeeds Dr. V. Narayanan, who recently assumed the role of Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on January 14, 2025.M. Mohan has been an […]

Guillain-Barre Syndrome : Hype In Pune Around 59 people in Pune have been recently affected with Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) is a neurological disorder in which the body’s immune system attacks the peripheral nervous system. Peripheral nervous system is the part of the nervous system outside the brain and spinal cord. It controls muscle […]

Rhodamine B : Banned In Food Related Products A recent ban issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reinforces restrictions, prohibiting the use of Rhodamine B in any food-related applications due to increasing evidence of its carcinogenic properties. Rhodamine B is a water-soluble, fluorescent synthetic dye known for its bright pink hue. It appears […]

KaWaCHaM : Weather Alert System The Kerala Government launched KaWaCHaM, one of the world’s fastest weather alert systems. KaWaCHaM’ stands for Kerala Warnings Crisis and Hazards Management System, and the word kavacham in Malayalam translates to ‘shield’, symbolising protection. It is an advanced disaster warning system that integrates alerts, sirens and global weather models to […]

NVS-02 Satellite: India’s space agency, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has rolled out its Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) rocket, carrying the NVS-02 satellite, as part of the NavIC navigation system. NVS-02 Satellite is the second of the 5 second-generation satellites developed by the space agency to replace the existing satellites in the country’s navigation […]

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): A UK-based study published in the British Journal of Psychiatry highlights a stark disparity in life expectancy among adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).It is A neurodevelopmental disorder affecting focus, impulsivity, and hyperactivity.Commonly diagnosed in childhood but often persists into adulthood. Impacts 3-4% of adults worldwide.

Stargardt Disease: Researchers from Switzerland say they have developed a gene editing technique that could perhaps help treat Stargardt disease. It is also known as Stargardt macular degeneration. It is commonly caused by changes in a gene, ABCA4. This gene influences how the human body uses Vitamin A. It is an inherited disease that leads […]