Source-This post on PS4 engine is based on “ISRO’s engine design saves raw material, time” published in “The Indian Express” on 12th May 2024. Why in the News? ISRO successfully tested the PS4 engine of the PSLV stage for an extended duration. About PS4 engine 1. About: The PS4 engine is a vital component of the Polar… Continue reading PS4 engine
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.
Caenorhabditis elegans worm
Source-This post on Research on Caenorhabditis elegans worm is based on the article “This worm develops food habits and its offspring ‘inherit’ them” published in “The Hindu” on 12th May 2024. Why in the News? Researchers found that when Caenorhabditis elegans worms ate harmful bacteria, their offspring learned to avoid it for up to four… Continue reading Caenorhabditis elegans worm
FLiRT variant
Source– This post on FLiRT variant has been created based on the article “All about FLiRT, the new COVID-19 variants” published in “The Hindu” on 9th May 2024. Why in the news? The COVID-19 cycle has regained momentum with the emergence of new ‘FLiRT’ variants. KP.2 and KP1.1 are descendants of the Omicron JN.1 variant,… Continue reading FLiRT variant
Widal Testing
Source-This post on Widal Testing has been created based on the article “How the Widal test is clouding India’s sense of its typhoid problem | Explained” published in The Hindu on 10 May 2024. Why in the news? The Widal Test is complicating the assessment of India’s typhoid burden. This test has also escalated the… Continue reading Widal Testing
Neural Processing Unit
Source– This post on Neural Processing Unit has been created based on the article “NPU: What is it and why is it gaining importance in semiconductor industry” published in “The Business Standard” on 10 May 2024. Why in the news? Recently, Apple launched the M4 chip with the iPad Pro. Its key feature includes a… Continue reading Neural Processing Unit
Chloropicrin
Source-This post on Chloropicrin is based on the article “Chloropicrin: chemical weapon or pesticide?” published in “The Hindu” on 8th May 2024. Why in the News? The U.S. State Department has accused Russia of using a chemical weapon- Chloropicrin against Ukrainian forces, which violates the Chemical Weapons Convention. About Chloropicrin Aspects Description About 1. Chloropicrin… Continue reading Chloropicrin
Magnetic resonance imaging
Source-This post on Magnetic resonance imaging is based on the article “Understanding the science behind magnetic resonance imaging” published in “The Hindu” on 8th May 2024. Why in the News? The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) market is projected to hit $9.8 billion by 2028. This technology plays a pivotal role in medical science, offering diverse… Continue reading Magnetic resonance imaging
Development of Goldene
Source-This post on Development of Goldene is based on the article “GOLDENE: A sheet of gold that is only one atom thick” published in “The Indian Express” on 6th May 2024. Why in the News? For the first time, scientists have successfully developed a free-standing, single-atom-thick sheet of gold. This marks the first instance of… Continue reading Development of Goldene
Peptide
Source– This post on Newly discovered peptide that could treat incurable bacterial infections is based on the article “Newly Discovered Peptide Could Treat Incurable Bacterial Infections” published in “The scietech daily” on 6th May 2024. Why in the News? Recently, Researchers have identified an antimicrobial peptide derived from cows that shows promise in treating incurable infections caused… Continue reading Peptide
Explained: What are ‘forever chemicals’ that are contaminating rainwater globally?
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained: What are ‘forever chemicals’ that are contaminating rainwater globally?” published in Indian Express on 22nd August 2022. Contents1 What is the News?2 What are per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances(PFAs)?3 What harm do PFAs cause?4 How can PFAs be removed? What is the News? A study has found that… Continue reading Explained: What are ‘forever chemicals’ that are contaminating rainwater globally?
