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An Asteroid Burned Up Over California Just Hours After Being Spotted
On October 22, 2024, asteroid 2024 UQ was detected just hours before entering Earth’s atmosphere over the Pacific Ocean, near California. The ATLAS survey detected it shortly before impact, but delayed tracking data prevented immediate monitoring. The European Space Agency’s Near-Earth Object Coordination Centre later confirmed the asteroid's e...
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ISRO and IIT Madras Partner to Launch Research Centre to Tackle Spacecraft Thermal Challenges
ISRO and IIT Madras have launched a Centre of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Sciences to tackle critical thermal management challenges in spacecraft and launch vehicles. This collaboration, backed by ₹1.84 crore funding, will enable advanced research, helping to improve spacecraft design reliability and longevity. The centre aims to address extr...
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IIT Madras, ISRO To Set UP Research Centre For Studying Spacecraft
Recognising the importance of basic research to support a self-sufficient space programme, ISRO and IIT Madras established the 'ISRO-IIT M Space Technology Cell' in 1985.
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Indian Researchers Develop Energy-Efficient Method to Create Glass, Could Improve Efficiency of Data Centres
Scientists from IISc, University of Pennsylvania, and MIT reveal a breakthrough with indium selenide that transforms crystalline structures to glass using significantly less energy. By passing a continuous electric current, the crystalline material experiences a “shock” that converts it to glass. The low energy requirement could help lower powe...
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Russia Delays Key Science Projects: Everything You Need to Know
Russia has postponed its SKIF Photon Source, Kurchatov Synchrotron Radiation Source modernisation, and neutron research expansion due to trade sanctions and budget issues. The sanctions restrict access to specialised equipment needed for these projects, now dependent on alternative sources. Officials remain optimistic about completing them by adjus...
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Chandra X-ray Observatory Spots Unusual Knots in Black Hole Jets
Astronomers using NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory have found knots moving at different speeds within jets blasted by the black hole at the centre of the Centaurus A galaxy. The X-ray data revealed that these knots travel faster in X-ray wavelengths than in radio wavelengths. This discovery raises questions about how these jets work, with astronome...
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First Dinosaur Fossils Unearthed in Hong Kong’s Port Island, Revealing Ancient History
In a groundbreaking find, Hong Kong scientists uncovered the city’s first dinosaur fossils on Port Island. The fossils are believed to date back to the Cretaceous period, representing a significant step for local palaeontology. The fossils will be displayed at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre for public viewing, while Port Island remains t...
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FMGE 2024: Registrations begin for Foreign Medical Graduates Examination December 2024
The FMGE December 2024 exam will be conducted on January 12, 2025 in a computer based platform at various test centres across the country.
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Historic Dinosaur Fossil Discovered in Hong Kong's UNESCO Geopark
For the first time, Hong Kong has discovered dinosaur fossils, marking a significant moment for palaeontology in the region. The fossil, found on Port Island in a UNESCO-listed geopark, dates back to the Cretaceous period. Experts believe the fragments may belong to a larger skeleton. The find opens new research possibilities, and the fossils will ...
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Study Suggest Microbiome-Boosting Supplements as a Solution to Severe Malnutrition in Children
A recent study in Bangladesh highlights the potential of microbiome-directed supplements in treating severe malnutrition among children. Conducted by Jeffrey Gordon from Washington University and Tahmeed Ahmed from the International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, the research involved 124 children aged 12 to 18 months. Those receiving the ...
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Supermassive Black Hole at the Centre of the Milky Way Is Spinning Unexpectedly
Sagittarius A* (pronounced Sagittarius A Star), the supermassive black hole at the centre of the Milky Way, is spinning in an unusual way, and scientists now believe they may know why. Based on new data from the Event Horizon Telescope, researchers suggest that this cosmic giant likely merged with another black hole billions of years ago. This colo...
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Ancient Rare Ring Belonging to ‘Painted People’ Discovered in Scotland
A remarkable 1,000-year-old ring has been uncovered at the site of Burghead Fort in Scotland. The discovery was made by John Ralph, a retired engineer, on the final day of an archaeological dig. The kite-shaped ring, featuring a red centre, is an exceptional find as Pictish rings are rare and usually discovered in hoards. Dr Gordon Noble of the Uni...
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Single Molecule Transistor Developed with Mechanical Control for Faster Electronics
Researchers at the S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, led by Dr. Atindra Nath Pal and Biswajit Pabi, have developed a groundbreaking transistor that utilises single molecules controlled by mechanical forces. Using the mechanically controllable break junction (MCBJ) technique, they created a transistor with a single ferrocene molecule.
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Superconductors at Room-Temperature Possible If Electron Pairing Can Be Decoded, Claims Study
Physicists have recently observed an unexpected phenomenon in a superconducting material, potentially pushing the boundaries of what's possible in this field. The discovery centres on a material typically known as an electrical insulator. In this insulator, researchers found that electrons could pair up at temperatures as high as minus 123 degrees ...
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SpaceX Polaris Dawn Mission Launching on August 27 with Plans for First-Ever Private Spacewalk
SpaceX is set to make history once again with its Polaris Dawn mission, scheduled for launch on August 27. This mission marks a significant milestone in space exploration, as it will not only take the Crew Dragon spacecraft to its highest orbit yet—approximately 435 miles (700 kilometers) above Earth—but also feature the first-ever private spac...
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An Asteroid Burned Up Over California Just Hours After Being Spotted
On October 22, 2024, asteroid 2024 UQ was detected just hours before entering Earth’s atmosphere over the Pacific Ocean, near California. The ATLAS survey detected it shortly before impact, but delayed tracking data prevented immediate monitoring. The European Space Agency’s Near-Earth Object Coordination Centre later confirmed the asteroid's e...
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ISRO and IIT Madras Partner to Launch Research Centre to Tackle Spacecraft Thermal Challenges
ISRO and IIT Madras have launched a Centre of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Sciences to tackle critical thermal management challenges in spacecraft and launch vehicles. This collaboration, backed by ₹1.84 crore funding, will enable advanced research, helping to improve spacecraft design reliability and longevity. The centre aims to address extr...
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IIT Madras, ISRO To Set UP Research Centre For Studying Spacecraft
Recognising the importance of basic research to support a self-sufficient space programme, ISRO and IIT Madras established the 'ISRO-IIT M Space Technology Cell' in 1985.
-
Indian Researchers Develop Energy-Efficient Method to Create Glass, Could Improve Efficiency of Data Centres
Scientists from IISc, University of Pennsylvania, and MIT reveal a breakthrough with indium selenide that transforms crystalline structures to glass using significantly less energy. By passing a continuous electric current, the crystalline material experiences a “shock” that converts it to glass. The low energy requirement could help lower powe...
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Russia Delays Key Science Projects: Everything You Need to Know
Russia has postponed its SKIF Photon Source, Kurchatov Synchrotron Radiation Source modernisation, and neutron research expansion due to trade sanctions and budget issues. The sanctions restrict access to specialised equipment needed for these projects, now dependent on alternative sources. Officials remain optimistic about completing them by adjus...
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Chandra X-ray Observatory Spots Unusual Knots in Black Hole Jets
Astronomers using NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory have found knots moving at different speeds within jets blasted by the black hole at the centre of the Centaurus A galaxy. The X-ray data revealed that these knots travel faster in X-ray wavelengths than in radio wavelengths. This discovery raises questions about how these jets work, with astronome...
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First Dinosaur Fossils Unearthed in Hong Kong’s Port Island, Revealing Ancient History
In a groundbreaking find, Hong Kong scientists uncovered the city’s first dinosaur fossils on Port Island. The fossils are believed to date back to the Cretaceous period, representing a significant step for local palaeontology. The fossils will be displayed at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre for public viewing, while Port Island remains t...
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FMGE 2024: Registrations begin for Foreign Medical Graduates Examination December 2024
The FMGE December 2024 exam will be conducted on January 12, 2025 in a computer based platform at various test centres across the country.
-
Historic Dinosaur Fossil Discovered in Hong Kong's UNESCO Geopark
For the first time, Hong Kong has discovered dinosaur fossils, marking a significant moment for palaeontology in the region. The fossil, found on Port Island in a UNESCO-listed geopark, dates back to the Cretaceous period. Experts believe the fragments may belong to a larger skeleton. The find opens new research possibilities, and the fossils will ...
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Study Suggest Microbiome-Boosting Supplements as a Solution to Severe Malnutrition in Children
A recent study in Bangladesh highlights the potential of microbiome-directed supplements in treating severe malnutrition among children. Conducted by Jeffrey Gordon from Washington University and Tahmeed Ahmed from the International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, the research involved 124 children aged 12 to 18 months. Those receiving the ...
-
Supermassive Black Hole at the Centre of the Milky Way Is Spinning Unexpectedly
Sagittarius A* (pronounced Sagittarius A Star), the supermassive black hole at the centre of the Milky Way, is spinning in an unusual way, and scientists now believe they may know why. Based on new data from the Event Horizon Telescope, researchers suggest that this cosmic giant likely merged with another black hole billions of years ago. This colo...
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Ancient Rare Ring Belonging to ‘Painted People’ Discovered in Scotland
A remarkable 1,000-year-old ring has been uncovered at the site of Burghead Fort in Scotland. The discovery was made by John Ralph, a retired engineer, on the final day of an archaeological dig. The kite-shaped ring, featuring a red centre, is an exceptional find as Pictish rings are rare and usually discovered in hoards. Dr Gordon Noble of the Uni...
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Single Molecule Transistor Developed with Mechanical Control for Faster Electronics
Researchers at the S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, led by Dr. Atindra Nath Pal and Biswajit Pabi, have developed a groundbreaking transistor that utilises single molecules controlled by mechanical forces. Using the mechanically controllable break junction (MCBJ) technique, they created a transistor with a single ferrocene molecule.
-
Superconductors at Room-Temperature Possible If Electron Pairing Can Be Decoded, Claims Study
Physicists have recently observed an unexpected phenomenon in a superconducting material, potentially pushing the boundaries of what's possible in this field. The discovery centres on a material typically known as an electrical insulator. In this insulator, researchers found that electrons could pair up at temperatures as high as minus 123 degrees ...
-
SpaceX Polaris Dawn Mission Launching on August 27 with Plans for First-Ever Private Spacewalk
SpaceX is set to make history once again with its Polaris Dawn mission, scheduled for launch on August 27. This mission marks a significant milestone in space exploration, as it will not only take the Crew Dragon spacecraft to its highest orbit yet—approximately 435 miles (700 kilometers) above Earth—but also feature the first-ever private spac...
