RESEARCH SCIENTISTS
Finally, a Russian scientist puts an American conspiracy theory to rest
A persistent conspiracy theory in the US claims the 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing was faked, suggesting NASA staged photos and videos. Russian scientist Yury Borisov, head of Roscosmos, confirmed the authenticity of lunar soil samples provided by the US, potentially discrediting the conspiracy. Russia's lunar mission failed in 2023, while India and China have successfully landed on the moon.
Earth's core has reversed its movement and slowed down. How will it affect you? Know in detail
The phenomenon of reversing the motion of the Earth's core is called 'backtracking'. Scientists don't know what triggered it and they also wonder if and when the rotation of the core will change back.
ISRO espionage case: CBI files chargesheet against 5 ex-police officers for 'framing' scientist Nambi Narayanan
Former DGPs and police officials were charged in the 1994 ISRO espionage case following a probe ordered by the Supreme Court based on a high-level committee report. The cases involved the cryogenic project, ISRO rocket engines, and Pakistan.
IISc researchers design novel 3D hydrogel culture to study TB infection and treatment
Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) is a dangerous pathogen. In 2022, it affected 10.6 million people and caused 1.3 million deaths, according to the WHO. “It is a very old bug, and it has evolved with us quite a bit,” said Rachit Agarwal, Associate Professor at BE. Mtb primarily infects the lungs, IISc said in a press release.
Bengaluru emerges as a hub for machine learning engineers
Vacancies for machine learning (ML) engineers more than doubled in Bengaluru, underscoring the city's status as a hub for advanced technology roles. HR generalists surged by 53%, and operations managers by 45%.
Is the dark matter mystery finally solved? Researchers come across exciting information
Scientists for the past few decades have been vehemently trying to detect and see dark matter but have been unable to do so, even after multiple experimentations and attempts. However, now, a few researchers have stumbled upon a new piece of data, that may help them inch closer to the dark matter mystery, claim reports.
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Scientists discover river system that flowed 40 million years under ice in Antarctica
Geologists have discovered an old river that formerly flowed through Antarctica but is now buried below kilometers of ice.
Former OpenAI chief scientist Ilya Sutskever to start a new AI company
The company is focused on creating a safe AI environment at a time when some of the biggest tech companies are looking to dominate the generative AI boom.
British scientists discover planet near Earth, which can support life. Know in detail
Gliese 12b, which is around the same size as Venus, orbits its sun every 12.8 days. The sun, called Gliese 12, is a cool red dwarf star located in the constellation Pisces.
Political scientists Yogendra Yadav, Suhas Palshikar object to their names being retained in new NCERT textbooks
Palshikar and Yadav, who were chief advisors for political science textbooks, had last year said that the rationalisation exercise has "mutilated" the books beyond recognition and rendered them "academically dysfunctional" and demanded that their names be dropped from the books.
South Korean scientists are now making 'rice with beef cells' to revolutionise how the world eats
South Korean scientists are creating "meaty rice," a novel, protein-infused rice variety, using cultured beef cells to offer an ethical protein source. This innovative rice has a pink hue, contains more protein and fat, and aims to reduce the carbon footprint of protein production.
Incoming nova explosion to add new star to night sky, says NASA
NASA scientists are anticipating a cosmic nova explosion that will cause a dazzling spectacle and add a new bright star to the night sky in a few months, according to latest reports. The explosion itself will give new researchers a lot to explore around the cosmic theories, says the leading space agency.
Human-caused global warming hits record high, scientists report
Climate experts gathered in Bonn to prepare for COP29 in Baku, emphasizing the urgent need for global cooperation in mitigating climate change impacts, highlighted by the Climate Change Tracker's new data dashboard. The report reveals that human-induced warming has reached 1.19°C, with an unprecedented rate of 0.26°C per decade due to high greenhouse gas emissions.
The biggest Cheetah roamed the earth a million years ago. Know about the animal
The biggest and heaviest Cheetah roamed the earth, a million years ago. Further, this discovery has shed light on the evolution of creatures over some time.
NASA mission reveals asteroid's unusual double moon, scientists baffled
NASA sScientists suggest that the Dinkinesh asteroid fractured, causing pieces to separate and form a disk of material. And some of this material then fell back to the surface. Scientists believe that part of this disk material coalesced into the moon Selam, which consists of two touching objects but the specific process behind the formation of this unusual moon remains unclear.
Scientists find the largest known genome inside a small plant
Tmesipteris oblanceolata has the largest known genome on Earth. As the researchers described in a study published Friday, the fern's cells contain more than 50 times as much DNA as ours do.
Volcanoes on Venus! Radar shows fresh lava flows, planet may have more volcanoes than thought
Radar footage has revealed that the surface of the planet Venus shows some fresh lava flows indicating that there are active volcanoes on the planet, which are currently imploding.
Chinese scientists develop cure for diabetes, insulin patient becomes medicine-free in just 3 months
Chinese scientists achieve diabetes cure through innovative cell therapy, detailed in Cell Discovery. Patient, treated in July 2021, no longer requires insulin after eleven weeks, and is now medication-free for 33 months. The breakthrough, praised by Timothy Kieffer, signifies a major advancement in diabetes treatment. This novel approach utilizes the body's regenerative abilities and could alleviate China's healthcare burden. Further studies are needed for validation.
Three viruses found in 50,000-old Neanderthal bones still affect humans today
Researchers at Brazil's Federal University of São Paulo have discovered that Neanderthals from 50,000 years ago were infected with three viruses still present in modern humans. This discovery represents the oldest known remnants of human viruses
Scientists call for more screening, awareness on inherited defects in anaemic patients in India
A study by scientists in India has highlighted inherited defects in anaemic patients in India. For the study, the researchers shortlisted nearly 300 anaemia cases from 2019 to 2022 after an initial screening. After excluding patients diagnosed with conditions such as inflammation and chronic bleeding, the team included 41 cases of suspected iron metabolism defects in their analysis.
OpenAI dissolves high-profile safety team after chief scientist Ilya Sutskever’s exit
OpenAI dissolves safety team led by Ilya Sutskever and Jan Leike, integrating efforts for AI system safety goals. The team was formed less than a year ago, and recent departures at OpenAI have raised concerns about speed versus safety in AI development. The company has Jakub Pachocki appointed as chief scientist for AGI mission, replacing Sutskever.
'NASA-type' NSA: Why India's next National Security Adviser should be a space scientist
If the Government of India decides to appoint a new National Security Adviser (NSA) in June, it should consider someone outside the traditional choices of diplomats or spymasters. The role of the NSA should be more like the American model, focusing on coordination between security-related government wings. India's previous NSAs have varied in their approaches, with some acting more like deputy prime ministers. A space scientist could bring a fresh perspective, especially considering India's advancements in space technology and the strategic importance of space in defense and telecommunications.
Dr Soumya Swaminathan to be awarded honourary doctorate by Canada's McGill University
More than two centuries old, McGill, a public research university in Montreal, grants honorary degrees to individuals "who have lifetime records of outstanding scholarly, scientific, or artistic achievement, or of exceptional contributions to the public good through professional or philanthropic activity," an announcement by the University said.
Why CSIR scientists are turning up at work in wrinkled clothes every Monday
By going to office in unironed clothes one day every week, scientists at CSIR seek to iron out the glitches in the big climate fight plan by contributing to India's energy conservation efforts.
Why Venus is dry, new study explains
Venus loses water due to hydrogen escape caused by molecule HCO+. Research explains the dryness, revealing Venus's water story. Future missions might unveil more about Venus's atmospheric mysteries.
Stanford AI leader Fei-Fei Li building 'spatial intelligence' startup
Li, considered a pioneer in the AI field, raised money for the company in a recent seed funding round. Investors included Silicon Valley venture firm Andreessen Horowitz, three of the sources said, and Radical Ventures, a Canadian firm she joined as a scientific partner last year, according to two others.
Unlocking the mystery: Scientists reveal genetics behind brown pandas in China
Genetic research on brown pandas in the Qinling Mountains reveals unique coloration due to natural genetic variation. The study sheds light on panda genetics, aiding in species conservation and enhancing knowledge of genetics in the animal kingdom.
Today astronauts are from IAF, tomorrow research scientists too would don the role: ISRO chief
ISRO's S Somanath envisions a future where research scientists, physicists, and biology specialists from various fields will become astronauts, driving India's space exploration towards a planned moon landing by 2040.
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