The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is all set to launch the navigation satellite ‘NVS-01’ onboard its Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) from Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh.   Details – The GSLV-F12/NVS-01 mission is designed to deploy the NVS-01 navigation satellite into a geosynchronous transfer orbit (GTO).   About NVS-01 – It is the first… Continue reading NVS-01

Researchers have recently studied the role of hydrocortisone in the management of adult patients with septic shock.   About Septic shock – It is a serious medical condition that can occur when an infection in your body causes extremely low blood pressure and organ failure due to sepsis. Septic shock is life-threatening and requires immediate medical… Continue reading Septic Shock

In light of e-cigarettes easily being available online and at tobacco shops despite a ban, the Union Health Ministry has issued a public notice for stricter implementation of the Act. The act prohibits manufacture, sale and advertisements of electronic cigarettes.   Details – With e-cigarettes easily available online and at tobacco shops despite a ban,… Continue reading Vaping Ban Violations

A recent study published in the Nature journal presents a pangenome reference map. The map was created using genetic information from 47 unidentified individuals, including 19 men and 28 women. These individuals come from various regions such as Africa, the Caribbean, Americas, East Asia, and Europe.   What is a genome? The human genome is… Continue reading Human Pangenome Map

A South Korean firm recently announced the world’s first production line for perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells.   About Tandem Solar Cells – It consists of solar cells on top of each other. There are several types of tandem cells that can be grouped mainly depending on materials used. Tandem cells are stacks of p-n junctions, each of… Continue reading Tandem Solar Cells

Canadian researchers have recently identified how vitamin K helps prevent diabetes.   About Vitamin K – It is a fat-soluble vitamin that comes in two forms. The main type is called phylloquinone, found in green leafy vegetables like collard greens, kale, and spinach. The other type, menaquinones, are found in some animal foods and fermented… Continue reading Vitamin K

World Health Organisation has recommended against using artificial sweeteners to achieve weight loss and prevent lifestyle diseases such as diabetes.   Details – Recently, the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommended against using artificial sweeteners to achieve weight loss and prevent lifestyle diseases such as diabetes. In a report published by the WHO, it was highlighted… Continue reading Artificial Sweeteners

SpaceWERX, the “innovation arm” of the United States Space Force recently selected Rhea Space Activity, a Washington-based astrophysics startup, to develop the Spitzer Resurrector Mission.   About Spitzer Telescope – It is a U.S. satellite which is the fourth and last of the NASA fleet of “Great Observatories” satellites. It was the third space telescope that… Continue reading Spitzer Telescope

The Himalayan Chandra Telescope in Hanle recently joined hands with 10 other global observatories to observe the brightening of a blazar, one of the most powerful objects in the universe.   About Himalayan Chandra Telescope – It is a 2 meter optical-infrared telescope named after Nobel laureate Subramaniam Chandrasekhar. It is located at the Indian… Continue reading Himalayan Chandra Telescope

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has developed an artificial-intelligence-based facial recognition tool called Artificial Intelligence and Facial Recognition powered Solution for Telecom SIM Subscriber Verification (ASTR). As per DoT, ASTR can potentially bring down cyber frauds by detecting and blocking possible fraudulent mobile connections.   What Is ASTR? ASTR is an artificial intelligence and facial… Continue reading ASTR