News: A significant investigation uncovered that several cancer medications distributed to more than 100 countries have not met quality standards. This revelation prompts critical questions about the identity and usage of these drugs. About Cancer Drugs Cancer drugs are medications used to destroy or inhibit the growth of cancer cells, playing a crucial role in… Continue reading Cancer Drugs
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.
Thirstwaves
News: As per a research, the thirstwaves have increased in severity, with increased frequency in the growing season. About Thirstwaves It is defined as a period of at least three consecutive days when the atmosphere’s evaporative demand exceeds intensively. The term was introduced by researchers Meetpal Kukal and Mike Hobbins. They have grown more intense,… Continue reading Thirstwaves
Quantum Communication Using Satellite
News: As per the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Delhi, India could be technologically capable of quantum communication using satellites in the next half a decade. About Quantum Communication Quantum communication is a field of technology that uses the principles of quantum mechanics—especially the behavior of quantum particles like photons—to transmit information in a way that… Continue reading Quantum Communication Using Satellite
New HIV Prevention Drug Lenacapavir (LEN)
News: The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Lenacapavir (LEN), the most promising HIV prevention medicine to be made so far. About New HIV Prevention Drug Lenacapavir (LEN) LEN is an antiretroviral medicine that is used for HIV prevention as a pre-exposure prophylaxis or PrEP. PrEP is a medication that can reduce… Continue reading New HIV Prevention Drug Lenacapavir (LEN)
Hydraulic systems & its applications
News: India’s hydraulic systems sector is experiencing significant growth, driven by expanding industrial automation, infrastructure development, and increasing demand. Hydraulic systems & its applications. About Hydraulic Systems Principle: A hydraulics system is based on the simple principle of Pascal’s law, named for the 17th century French scientist Blaise Pascal. The law states that when pressure… Continue reading Hydraulic systems & its applications
Rinderpest
News: India has joined an exclusive global network for containing the Rinderpest virus, with the ICAR-National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD), Bhopal, designated as a Category A Rinderpest Holding Facility. Rinderpest About Rinderpest Holding Facility This facility has been recognized by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) and the Food and Agriculture… Continue reading Rinderpest
DNA Identification
News: Authorities are using DNA analysis to identify the remains of those killed in the Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad. DNA Identification About DNA Identification DNA identification is a scientific method used to identify an individual based on their unique genetic makeup by comparing their DNA with DNA found in biological samples… Continue reading DNA Identification
Black Box
News: Authorities have recovered one of two black boxes of the London-bound Air India flight that crashed in a crowded area near Meghaninagar in Ahmedabad. About Black Box It is a small machine that records information about an aircraft during its flight. It is basically a flight recorder. This bright orange or yellow rectangular box… Continue reading Black Box
Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)
News: Recently, the seventh edition of the International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (ICDRI) was held on June 6–7 in Nice, France. Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) About Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) It is a global partnership comprising 46 countries and 8 partner organizations. CDRI is dedicated to enhancing the resilience of… Continue reading Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)
Stratospheric Aerosol Injection (SAI)
News: A new study has made the controversial concept of Stratospheric Aerosol Injection (SAI) more technically and economically feasible by suggesting the use of modified existing aircraft instead of waiting for expensive high-altitude planes. Stratospheric Aerosol Injection (SAI). About Stratospheric Aerosol Injection (SAI) It is a proposed climate engineering technique that involves spraying tiny reflective… Continue reading Stratospheric Aerosol Injection (SAI)
