News: Hib, a once-controlled childhood illness, is re-emerging in the United States due to declining childhood Hib vaccination rates, weakening community protection. About Hib Disease Hib stands for Haemophilus influenzae type b, and it is a deadly bacterial infection that previously caused widespread illness and death among young children. Caused by: The disease is caused… Continue reading Hib Disease
Category: Factly: Science and Technology
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to Science and Technology. You can find all relevant Science and Technology related updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
About Project Glasswing
News: Indian IT industry and government are assessing implications of Claude Mythos under Project Glasswing due to its advanced cybersecurity capabilities. About Project Glasswing It is a collaborative cybersecurity initiative led by Anthropic to strengthen global software security using advanced AI. Aim: The project aims at securing critical global software infrastructure using advanced AI models… Continue reading About Project Glasswing
Keytruda
News: Keytruda is now being used worldwide to treat lung, cervical, renal cell, and aggressive breast cancers, among others. About Keytruda Keytruda is the brand name of pembrolizumab, which is an immunotherapy drug used to treat several cancers. Manufactured by: It is manufactured by Merck & Co (MSD), a US-based pharmaceutical company. It belongs to… Continue reading Keytruda
International Conference on Spacecraft Mission Operations, SMOPS-2026
News: The second edition of SMOPS-2026 conference is being held from 8–10 April 2026 in Bengaluru, India. About International Conference on Spacecraft Mission Operations, SMOPS-2026 It is a global conference focused on spacecraft mission operations and future space mission management. Organized by: It is jointly organized by ISRO, Astronautical Society of India (ASI), and International… Continue reading International Conference on Spacecraft Mission Operations, SMOPS-2026
Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR)
News: India achieved a major milestone in its civil nuclear programme as the 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam attained criticality, marking the start of a controlled nuclear chain reaction. About Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) The Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor is India’s first fast breeder reactor, a nuclear reactor that produces more… Continue reading Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR)
BioNEST
News: Union Minister for Science and Technology inaugurated the BIRAC-BioNEST Incubation Centre at “Central Food Technology & Research Institute” (CFTRI). About BioNEST BioNEST (Bioincubators Nurturing Entrepreneurship for Scaling Technologies) is a dedicated scheme to create globally competent bio-incubation facilities across the country. Launched by: It was launched by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC). … Continue reading BioNEST
Measles
News: Bangladesh launched an emergency vaccination campaign targeting more than a million children as a fast-spreading measles outbreak sweeps across the nation. About Measles Measles is an infection of the respiratory system, immune system and skin. It is also known as morbilli. Caused by: It is caused by the measles virus (MV), a paramyxovirus of… Continue reading Measles
Mission MITRA
News: India’s four Gaganyaan astronauts began Mission MITRA, which is a high-altitude test in Ladakh. About Mission MITRA Mission MITRA stands for Mapping of Interoperable Traits and Response Assessment. It is a first-of-its-kind team behavioural study to examine the physiological, psychological, and operational dynamics of Crew and ground teams functioning in a high-altitude environment. Aim:… Continue reading Mission MITRA
Nuclear Fusion
News: Researchers and investors are investing billions in nuclear fusion as a potential green energy source, but a Nature Energy study warns that cost assumptions may misguide investments. About Nuclear Fusion Nuclear fusion is a process where light atomic nuclei combine to release a large amount of energy. Process: Two light nuclei are brought very… Continue reading Nuclear Fusion
TAK-003 Dengue Vaccine
News: TAK-003 dengue vaccine received clearance from Subject Expert Committee under Drugs Controller General of India for individuals aged 4 to 60 years. About TAK-003 Dengue Vaccine TAK-003 (commonly known as ‘Qdenga‘) is a tetravalent dengue vaccine designed to protect against all four dengue virus serotypes 1, 2, 3, and 4. Developed by: The vaccine… Continue reading TAK-003 Dengue Vaccine
