What is the News? The University of Cambridge has found out new genes emerging in the genome of living organisms. They have called them novel Open Reading Frames or as nORFs. Human Genome Project: Human Genome Project(HGP) was an international, collaborative research program conducted from 1990 to 2003. The main goal was to completely map… Continue reading What are “novel Open Reading Frames(nORFs)”?
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List of “Indian diaspora members” holding key positions globally
What is the News? Indiaspora, a US-based organisation released the 2021 Indiaspora Government Leaders List. The list includes Indian origin persons occupying the highest positions globally. About the Indiaspora Government Leaders List: The list recognizes more than 200 persons of Indian origin. It includes persons, occupied leadership positions in as many as 15 countries. More… Continue reading List of “Indian diaspora members” holding key positions globally
“Giant Leatherback Turtle” nesting sites threatened by Andamans development project
What is the News? In the Andaman and Nicobar(A&N) Islands tourism and port development projects are under the proposal. However, it is threatening some of the most important nesting populations of the “Giant Leatherback turtle”. Giant Leatherback turtle Giant Leatherback turtles are named for their shell. Their shells are leather-like rather than hard, like other… Continue reading “Giant Leatherback Turtle” nesting sites threatened by Andamans development project
Significance of “Nanophotonics”
What is the News? Researchers from the University of Hyderabad have developed a technique named “mechanophotonics”. It has allowed them to move, slice, bend, and lift micron-sized wave guiding crystals using atomic force microscopy. Significance of Research: This ability to manipulate micron-sized crystals with precision and control is very useful in the field of nanophotonics.… Continue reading Significance of “Nanophotonics”
Scientists map detailed “genome of malaria vector mosquito”
What is the News? Scientists have unveiled the detailed genome of the Asian malaria vector mosquito Anopheles stephensi. Click Here to Read about Malaria Who conducted the research? The research was conducted by the Tata Institute for Genetics and Society (TIGS) and Institute of Bioinformatics and Applied Biotechnology both in Bengaluru. What was the need… Continue reading Scientists map detailed “genome of malaria vector mosquito”
DST announce liberalization of “Geospatial data and Mapping” Policy
What is the News? Department of Science and Technology(DST) announced liberalised guidelines for geo-spatial data. It deregulates access to its geospatial data and services including maps for all Indian entities. What is Geo-Spatial data? Geospatial data (also known as “spatial data”) represents data-linked to features or objects on the Earth’s surface. Objects can be man-made… Continue reading DST announce liberalization of “Geospatial data and Mapping” Policy
What is a “Placebo”, how is it used in Medical trials?
What is the News? Indian drug regulator approved Serum Institute to conduct a phase-2/3 trial of CovoVax COVID-19 vaccine that was originally developed by Novavax Inc. In this case, the regulator allowed the vaccine manufacturer to use a placebo in the control group. What is a Placebo? It is a substance or treatment which is… Continue reading What is a “Placebo”, how is it used in Medical trials?
Data on participation of marginalised Communities in leading IITs
What is the News? The Hindu Newspaper has published the data obtained through the RTI queries. Data provides info. on the representation of marginalized communities such as OBCs, SCs, and STs in the leading IITs of the country. About the data: The RTI query data covers Ph.D. admissions made in the five-year period from 2015… Continue reading Data on participation of marginalised Communities in leading IITs
Fossils of ‘Dickinsonia’ found at Bhimbetka
What is the News? Researchers discovered three fossils in Madhya Pradesh. These fossils are possibly of the earliest known living animal named ‘Dickinsonia’(550-million-year-old). About the discovery: The fossils are found on the roof of Auditorium Cave at Bhimbetka Rock Shelters. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Madhya Pradesh. The fossil can be identified… Continue reading Fossils of ‘Dickinsonia’ found at Bhimbetka
What is the “Arjun Main Battle Tank” MK-1A?
What is the news? Prime Minister has handed over the indigenously developed Arjun Main Battle Tank (MK-1A) to the Indian Army. The ceremony was held in Chennai. Arjun Main Battle Tank: It is a third-generation main battle tank. Defence Research and Development Organisation(DRDO) initiated this project in 1972. The Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment(CVRDE)… Continue reading What is the “Arjun Main Battle Tank” MK-1A?
