Science and Technology: News
Why Gujarat has launched a tribal genome sequencing project
In a first-of-its-kind move in India, Gujarat has launched a tribal genome sequencing project.
World's most accurate clock measures time to 19 decimals
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Maryland, US has unveiled a new record holder for the world's most accurate clock.
This extinct 12-feet-tall bird may soon roam among us
Colossal Biosciences, the firm that resurrected the long-lost dire wolf, is now looking to bring back another extinct creature: the Moa.
Huge 'BLOBS' deep inside Earth may be causing volcanic eruptions
A recent study has uncovered the role of massive "BLOBS" in the Earth's mantle in triggering volcanic eruptions.
'Need for Speed' shelved as EA switches gears
The future of the iconic racing game franchise, Need for Speed, appears to be in jeopardy.
Cannabis use may cause lasting changes to gene activity: Study
A recent study has found that cannabis use can leave a lasting mark on the human body, not in the DNA code itself, but in the way that code is written.
This phone cover burns like skin—reminding you to wear sunscreen
French researcher Marc Teyssier, in association with Virgin Media O2, has unveiled a revolutionary phone case called Skincase.
These lightweight solar-powered vests can cool you this summer
As Osaka in Japan faces scorching summer temperatures nearing 38 degree Celsius, the staff at Expo 2025 are using solar-powered utility vests to beat the heat.
How Chinese scientists regenerated damaged ears in mice
A team of Chinese scientists has made a groundbreaking discovery by successfully regenerating damaged outer ears in mice.
This is the world's 1st computer without any silicon
The world's first silicon-free computer has been developed by a team of researchers at the Pennsylvania State University.
2,500-year-old faces from Tamil Nadu recreated through CT scans, forensics
In a groundbreaking study, researchers have reconstructed the faces of two individuals who lived around 2,500 years ago in Keeladi, Tamil Nadu.
Groundbreaking project to make artificial human DNA begins
In a groundbreaking development, scientists have started working on the building blocks of human life from scratch.
This smart jacket can fix your insomnia!
Japanese design firm Konel has unveiled a revolutionary concept: a "smart" puffer jacket that uses light and sound to induce sleep.
This heat shield can withstand temperatures as high as 3,600°C
Chinese scientists have developed a revolutionary carbide ceramic material that can withstand temperatures as high as 3,600 degree Celsius in an oxidizing environment.
These Chinese LED bulbs might last for 20 years
Chinese scientists have made a major breakthrough in LED technology, paving the way for a new era of energy-efficient and highly luminous electronic devices.
This rare mineral found in China can help restore vision
A team of scientists has used a rare mineral, mostly found in China, to create an artificial retina.
This ultra-secure communication network will not need encryption keys
China has successfully tested the core components of a quantum-based network during a short vertical flight, marking a major milestone in its quest to build an ultra-secure communication system.
World's first quantum communications satellite can be hacked, expert warns
The world's first quantum communications satellite, Micius, is potentially vulnerable to hacking.
India's 1st gene-edited sheep created using CRISPR in Kashmir
In a groundbreaking achievement, researchers at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST) in Srinagar have successfully created India's first gene-edited sheep.
Weather forecasts in India will now become more accurate
India has launched the Bharat Forecast System (BFS), a state-of-the-art weather model with the highest resolution in the world.
Mozilla retires Pocket, app for saving articles to read later
Mozilla, the company behind the Firefox web browser, has announced that it will be shutting down Pocket, a service that lets users save and organize web content for later reading.
This molecule developed by IISc scientists could help stop counterfeiting
In a major breakthrough, researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore have developed an organic molecule that glows in the dark at room temperature.
Scientists may finally discover why the universe exists
In a South Dakota lab, scientists are trying to find out why the universe exists.
How this mathematician solved algebra's oldest problem
In a major breakthrough in algebra, Norman Wildberger, a mathematician from UNSW Sydney, has introduced a new method to solve higher polynomial equations.
This wearable can detect your heart attack before you do
In a breakthrough, a team of engineers at the University of Mississippi has developed a new wearable chip that could change the way we detect heart attacks.
Scientists develop cost-effective method to produce clean hydrogen from water
A team of researchers at the University of Alberta (U of A) has pioneered a method to efficiently split water into its constituent elements, hydrogen and oxygen.
China breaks quantum code barrier—sparking new concerns over data security
In a major breakthrough in the field of quantum cryptology, Shanghai University Professor Wang Chao has factored a 90-bit RSA integer.
This color didn't exist—until scientists made 5 people see it
In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the University of California, Berkeley, have enabled human subjects to perceive a new color, termed 'olo.'
Meet 'Poxiao'—world's fastest flash memory, 100,000x quicker than today's tech
Chinese researchers have unveiled "Poxiao," the world's fastest flash memory.
Scientists grow human teeth in lab for the first time
In a groundbreaking achievement, scientists at King's College London have successfully grown human teeth in a lab.
Beyond light, charge, sound: This material now controls quantum particles
Chromium sulfide bromide (CrSBr) is an intriguing material for scientists as it can handle quantum information in ways never seen before.
3D-printed 'skin' may end animal testing for cosmetics and drugs
Researchers from Graz University of Technology, Austria and Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) in India are developing a synthetic "skin" by layering 3D-printed hydrogel with living human cells.
World's smallest pacemaker offers new hope for infants—How it works
A team of US-based scientists has developed the world's smallest pacemaker, a device smaller than a grain of rice, marking a significant advancement in cardiac care.
This is the world's most complicated wristwatch
Swiss watchmaker, Vacheron Constantin, has unveiled its latest creation at the 2025 Watches and Wonder trade fair in Geneva.
This is the world's smallest LED display, has virus-sized pixels
In a major breakthrough in the field of display technology, scientists in China have developed the world's smallest light-emitting diode (LED) displays.
Chinese-South African team establishes longest quantum communication link: What's special?
In a major breakthrough in quantum communication, a joint team from China and South Africa has established the world's longest quantum communication link.
Meet Divya Tyagi, Indian-origin student who solved century-old math problem
In a significant contribution to the field of mathematics, Divya Tyagi, an Indian-origin student recently solved a century-old math problem with significant implications for wind turbine design.
ISRO rolls out indigenous 32-bit microprocessors for space applications
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced the successful development of two advanced 32-bit microprocessors, Vikram 3201 and Kalpana 3201.
Bio-hacker Bryan Johnson announces 'foodome sequencing' project: What is it?
Bryan Johnson, the founder of the Don't Die movement, is all set to revolutionize food safety with his latest initiative: "foodome sequencing."
First-in-the-world: Australian man lives with titanium heart for 105 days
An Australian man in his 40s has created history by becoming the first patient to be discharged from the hospital, fitted with a fully artificial heart.
Study shows superconductivity can exist between -173.15°C and 726.85°C
Superconductors, the materials that could revolutionize healthcare, energy transmission, quantum computing, and more, have long been limited by their need for extremely low temperatures.
These tiny particles can provide insights into Sun's core
In a groundbreaking study, researchers have proposed that neutrinos, the elusive particles produced during nuclear fusion, could give real-time insights into the Sun's core activities.
Scientists capture 1st-ever images of plasma instability in fusion research
In a major breakthrough in fusion energy research, researchers from Imperial College London have captured the first-ever images of a rare plasma instability.
'Biological computer,' made of human brain cells, is now reality
Melbourne-based start-up Cortical Labs has unveiled the world's first commercial biological computer made entirely of human brain cells.
How 'woolly mice' may help bring mammoths back to life
Colossal Biosciences, a Texas-based biotechnology firm, has taken a giant leap in its mission to bring the wooly mammoth back to life.
This device lets you e-taste food seen on cooking shows
A team of scientists from Ohio State University, US, has developed an innovative device that would let viewers "taste" food from their television screens.
Uncovering the secret language of plants
Delving into the world of plant communication offers a whole new adventure for nature enthusiasts.
Alien plant safaris: Where nature walks meets science fiction
The idea of alien plant safaris is a fun and exciting way to imagine what it would be like to explore and study plant life on other planets.
How solar winds could revolutionize space exploration
Sailing on sunbeams offers a fascinating look into the science and possibilities of riding solar winds across the cosmos.
Materials can 'remember' past forces applied on them: Study
In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the University of Chicago and Pennsylvania State University have found that materials can "remember" past forces.
This new optical technology can help improve gravitational-wave detection
A team of physicists from the University of California, led by Jonathan Richardson, has taken a major leap in the field of gravitational-wave detection.
Photographers: This may change how you shoot
Solar sail space photography is a revolutionary new way to take pictures of our universe.
Medical breakthrough: Australian scientists create 1st kangaroo embryo using IVF
In a groundbreaking achievement, scientists from Australia have created the world's first kangaroo embryo through in vitro fertilization (IVF).
Wish to talk to stars? Yes, you really can—here's how
Interstellar radio message crafting workshops offer a unique blend of science, creativity, and curiosity.
Scientists create mice with 2 biological fathers
In a groundbreaking study, scientists from China have successfully created mice with two biological fathers.
Lab-grown human eggs, sperm could soon be a reality
The UK's fertility watchdog, the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA), has revealed that the technology for lab-grown human eggs and sperm is close to becoming a reality.
Brain implant to improve mood set to begin trials soon
The UK's National Health Service (NHS) will conduct a groundbreaking trial of a brain-computer interface (BCI) device.
How hydrogen ions can control electronic properties of quantum material
A team of physicists from the City College of New York (CCNY) has come up with an unprecedented technique to control the electronic properties of a magnetic Weyl semimetal.
Crafting cost-effective indoor air purifying solutions in India
The pursuit of cleaner air within our homes is a crucial one, particularly in a country like India where pollution levels frequently surpass safe thresholds. However, identifying cost-effective solutions can be challenging.
Survival of the luckiest: New study challenges Darwin's evolution theory
According to a recent study by Matthew Zipple, an evolutionary biologist at Cornell University, luck could be an important factor in evolution.
New 3D-printed plastic is highly stretchable, durable, and easily recyclable
A team of researchers has successfully developed a unique kind of 3D-printed plastic, one that is both affordable and flexible.
Why should smartphones be on airplane mode? This pilot explains
A pilot, who goes by @perchpoint on TikTok, has recently gone viral for explaining why passengers need to switch their phones to airplane mode before takeoff.
This nuclear-fueled battery can power devices for thousands of years
A team of researchers from the University of Bristol and the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has successfully developed the world's first carbon-14 diamond battery.
Breakthrough experiment could lead to more stable, error-resistant quantum computers
In a groundbreaking experiment, physicists have successfully converted a quantum processor into a state of matter called a time crystal.
This quantum-inspired tech converts heat to electricity at 60% efficiency
In a major breakthrough in thermal energy storage (TES) systems, a team of researchers at Rice University in Texas has developed an efficient thermal emitter.
ETH Zurich researchers develop 1st ever fully functional mechanical qubit
A team of scientists at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) in Zurich, has successfully created the world's first fully functional mechanical qubit.
CERN scientists detect heaviest known particle in heavy-ion collision
Scientists at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) have successfully detected top quarks, the heaviest known fundamental particles in the universe.
These robotic shorts make walking a breeze for senior citizens
Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a pair of robotic shorts, called WalkON, to make walking and jogging easier for senior citizens.
Scientists discover new method to entangle light and sound particles
Scientists from the Max-Planck-Institute (MPL) for the Science of Light have proposed a new way to entangle optical photons - particles responsible for light - with phonons, quasiparticles representing sound waves.
Groundbreaking stem cell transplant restores vision in multiple patients
In a global first, a groundbreaking stem cell transplant has successfully restored the vision of three people with severe corneal damage.
NASA invests $11.5 million in 5 sustainable aircraft concepts
NASA has awarded five research grants, totaling $11.5 million, under its Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability 2050 (AACES) program.
This skin-soft, steel-strong robotic arm can lift 1,000x its weight
In a major breakthrough in material science, a team of researchers from the Ulsan National Institute of Science & Technology (UNIST) in South Korea, has developed an innovative magnetic composite artificial muscle.
Skin stem cells surprise scientists with reprogramming ability
A team of researchers from the University of Toronto has made a groundbreaking discovery about neural crest stem cells.