The pantropical weed species, native to tropical and sub-tropical regions of Central and South America, was introduced in India in the early 18th century as an ornamental plant, and now infests approximately 3,252.82 sq. km. of forests in Himachal Pradesh
Combined with biodegradable polymers, the fast-growing Bambusa tulda has potential applications in automobiles and packaging, researchers said
Germany explores bio-robotics for defence. Cyborg cockroaches are the new surveillance bots. Swarm Biotactics develops these insect-based robots. They carry cameras and sensors for real-time data. These robots can operate individually o ...more
Understanding the limit of how much heat a solid can hold without changing its phase is important for engineers to design materials that work in extreme environments
These findings have been published in the PNAS journal
A groundbreaking study reveals the alarming presence of 27 million tons of nanoplastics in the North Atlantic Ocean, posing significant threats to marine ecosystems and human health. These microscopic particles, originating from plastic ...more
A recent study reveals a growing trend among teenagers using AI for companionship, advice, and emotional support, raising concerns about its impact on social development and mental health. Teens are increasingly turning to platforms lik ...more
How has India tried to integrate informal waste pickers into formal waste systems?
In March 2025, a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck central Myanmar, marking the strongest seismic event in over a century. A nearby CCTV camera captured the fault's rupture in real time, revealing a 2.5-meter ground slip in just 1.3 secon ...more
Vitamin D insufficiency is not just an individual issue: it is a biological legacy passed from one generation to the next, shaping not just bones but, as a new study in Denmark has found, brains too. These findings also align with clinical experience in India
The researchers stated that the farmers in a drought-prone area require a plan for irrigation as rains are unpredictable, and they can’t waste the diminishing groundwater
The International Court of Justice is delivering an advisory opinion about nations’ obligations to tackle climate change and consequences they may face if they don’t
The Trump administration is exploring alternatives to SpaceX for the $175 billion Golden Dome missile defense system due to a fallout between Trump and Elon Musk. This shift aims to reduce reliance on a single company, with Amazon's Pro ...more
The Trump administration is exploring alternatives to SpaceX for the $175 billion Golden Dome missile defense system due to a fallout between Trump and Elon Musk. This shift aims to reduce reliance on a single company, with Amazon's Pro ...more
By examining the star HOPS‑315 in Orion, researchers have observed rock vapour cool and crystallise
Scientists in Switzerland are cryogenically freezing human feces in a Microbiota Vault, aiming to safeguard microbial diversity for future generations. This initiative addresses the alarming decline in gut microbes due to modern lifesty ...more
From vitamin A to K, each plays a crucial role in keeping your body strong, energised, and disease-free. Here’s a simple guide to what they do, why they matter, and where to find them in your daily diet.
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