Science & Health

Effective underwater glue, inspired by mussels, in the offing

It is inspired by mussels' ability to cling to surfaces despite the constant pounding of waves and wind at sea.

Nov 26, 2015

Japan: HIV-inhibiting protein in humans identified

The virus in the cells with the protein, known as MARCH8, did not affect the healthy cells.

Nov 26, 2015

Indian-origin engineer develops tech to harness electricity from algae

Both photosynthesis and respiration, which take place in plants cells, involve electron transfer chains

Nov 26, 2015

Climate change: 2015 set to be warmest year on record

The United Nations said on Wednesday (25 November) that 2015 is set to be the warmest year on record, and 2016 could be hotter, warning that inaction on climate change could see temperatures rise by 6C or more.

Nov 25, 2015

Tibet: Scientists warn of rapid climate change at roof of the world

Lying 4700 meters above sea level on the Tibetan plateau is Namsto Lake. It is held as holy by the regions Tibetan population and every year thousands of pilgrims walk around its shores. As one of the largest lakes on the plateau, Namsto is fed partly by run off from the regions glaciers, which also acts as a store of water for the surrounding grasslands, experts have said.

Nov 25, 2015

2015 may turn out to be hottest year recorded so far: WMO

This year's October was the hottest in the past 136 years, according to NOAA.

Nov 25, 2015

India won't be coerced into signing a pact at Paris climate talks, says Javadekar

US Secretary of State John Kerry has said India will be 'a challenge' at Paris climate change summit.

Nov 25, 2015

Mood-gauging humanoid robots highlight World Robot Exhibition

Humanoid robots that can gauge your mood were among the highlights of the World Robot Exhibition in Beijing on Tuesday (24 November). The exhibition is a part of the three-day World Robot Conference, which also includes a forum and a robot contest for elementary school and junior high school teams. It is the first time for China to host such an event.

Nov 24, 2015

Designers developing high-tech tattoos to track human bodies

The tattoo can easily be washed off just like a normal, temporary fashionable tattoo.

Nov 24, 2015

Genetically-modified mosquitoes may help stop spread of malaria

Introduction of the modified insects into normal mosquito populations curb transmission of malaria.

Nov 24, 2015

NASA ties up with Aerojet Rocketdyne to modernise RS-25 engines

Aeroject Rocketdyne will modernise space shuttle engines to make them more replaceable and affordable.

Nov 24, 2015

Padma awards 2016: 13 Kerala nominees; Mohanlal, Boby Chemmanur not on list

The names of the recipients of the top civilian awards are announced every year on Republic Day.

Nov 24, 2015

Developing nations need support to boost food production, cut agricultural emissions

Wealthy governments and other donors need to invest more to reduce carbon emissions stemming from agriculture.

Nov 24, 2015

Mexico: 5.5 magnitude earthquake hits Mexico City; no casualties

The quake shook buildings and forced office towers to be evacuated, but no damage or injuries were reported.

Nov 24, 2015

Biofuel creators champion whisky by-products over ethanol

A Scottish company has developed a commercial scale method of producing biofuel capable of fuelling cars from the unwanted residue of the whisky fermentation process. Edinburgh-based Celtic Renewables developed its process of producing biobutanol at industrial scale in Belgium and was recently awarded a £11m ($16.7m) grant by the British government to build a bespoke facility of its own in central Scotland.

Nov 23, 2015