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Meet the 8 South African researchers stuck with ‘madman’ in Antarctica
The nine-member team, facing winter storms, has sent an urgent plea for help amid escalating threats.
Published on Mar 20, 2025 02:37 PM IST
A truck driver’s son, an orderly: Graphic novel explores who can be a scientist
They don’t all have crazy hair. They didn’t all show early signs of genius. See how 12 individuals took unexpected paths to becoming researchers.
Updated on Feb 28, 2025 03:48 PM IST
Anesha George
Scientists rush to assess ocean damage caused by Los Angeles wildfires
Mudslides and debris flows in Palisades Fire burn zone can carry hazardous waste into the ocean, as burned soil repels water and struggles to absorb rainfall.
Published on Feb 16, 2025 01:40 PM IST
PTI |
Australian scientists successfully create first-ever kangaroo embryo using IVF
Australian scientists successfully created kangaroo embryos using IVF, marking a breakthrough for marsupial conservation and future biodiversity efforts.
Published on Feb 07, 2025 01:28 PM IST
What happens after we die? Scientists explore the secrets of afterlife
Researchers at the University of Virginia explored reincarnation and near-death experiences, documenting over 2,500 cases of children with past-life memories.
Published on Jan 04, 2025 03:19 PM IST
Scientists find alien-like predator in the deep ocean, name it Darkness
Researchers discovered Dulcibella camanchaca, a new predatory amphipod in the Atacama Trench, unveiling secrets of deep-sea life at 7,902 metres.
Published on Dec 14, 2024 01:48 PM IST
Mahipal Singh Chouhan
Scientists reveal face of man who inspired legendary Santa Claus
Saint Nicholas of Myra inspired the legendary figure, Santa Claus. Scientists revealed his face using data collected from his skull.
Published on Dec 05, 2024 08:11 AM IST
Dye found in Doritos turns mouse's skin transparent like ‘magic trick’
“For those who understand the fundamental physics behind this, it makes sense; but if you aren’t familiar with it, it looks like magic trick,” Dr Zihao Ou said
Published on Sep 08, 2024 08:44 PM IST
Arya Vaishnavi
ISRO scientist reveals salary at space agency, biggest perk of the job. Watch
An ISRO scientist has revealed the starting salary for new recruits at the space agency.
Updated on Jun 30, 2024 08:39 AM IST
Retell therapy: See how new narratives featuring women are taking shape
Stories of women that were rarely being told are now in the spotlight. Poems, photos, fables are exploring new landscapes infused with fresh perspectives
Updated on Jun 07, 2024 09:52 PM IST
Anesha George
Are scientists finally beating antimicrobial resistance?
Researchers used AI to predict 8,00,000 potential antibiotic agents. Observers said the fight against antimicrobial resistance is gaining momentum.
Published on Jun 07, 2024 02:55 PM IST
Deutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi
National Technology Day 2024: Date, history, significance
National Technology Day 2024: From significance to history, here's all that we need to know about this special day.
Published on May 10, 2024 02:46 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Chinese scientist who published COVID-19 sequence allowed into lab after protest
Chinese scientist who published COVID-19 virus sequence allowed back in his lab after sit-in protest.
Published on May 01, 2024 03:49 PM IST
PTI |
Meet India-born scientist who led NASA's key mission during total solar eclipse
Aroh Barjatya, a renowned scientist of Indian origin, led NASA's crucial mission that was launched during a total solar eclipse on April 8.
Updated on Apr 12, 2024 11:29 PM IST
Shweta Kukreti
Emma Byrne: “Swearing is a pain killer”
The scientist and author of Swearing is Good for You: The Amazing Science of Bad Language says using taboo words in specific contexts can have powerful physiological benefits
Published on Mar 18, 2024 08:47 PM IST
Teja Lele
UK scientists hail 'wonderful' new drug for deadly asbestos-linked cancer
Mesothelioma is a deadly cancer that is not possible to cure but UK scientists now hail a ‘truly wonderful’ new drug for this aggressive asbestos-linked disease
Published on Feb 16, 2024 04:53 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Dr Nityanand: A legend who was in love with Lucknow
Padma Shri Dr Nityanand, a renowned scientist in Indian drug research, passed away at the age of 99. He is remembered for his scientific excellence and his contributions to India's pharmaceutical industry. Dr Nityanand's determination to do more for his country remained strong until the end. He leaves behind a legacy of inspiring young scientists and mentoring future generations.
Updated on Jan 28, 2024 05:32 AM IST
Gaurav Saigal, Lucknow
Germany-returned scientist tests Covid positive in Agra
A resident of Agra who returned from Germany tested positive for Covid-19, bringing the total number of cases in Agra to 4 in 5 days.
Updated on Jan 03, 2024 02:53 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Agra
NTRO Recruitment 2023: Apply for 74 Scientist 'B' vacancies from Dec 21
NTRO notifies vacancies for 74 Scientist 'B' posts.
Published on Dec 19, 2023 07:10 PM IST
LPU all set to host Indian Science Congress 2024
LPU, for the second time, will host the event which will see the gathering of people to foster knowledge exchange within the scientific community.
Published on Nov 22, 2023 06:24 PM IST
HT Education Desk, New Delhi
IIT Guwahati researchers develop a novel heat transfer fluid based on nanofluids
With world facing severe water shortage, the demand for desalination, a process that extracts freshwater from saltwater, has become critical.
Published on Oct 14, 2023 01:28 PM IST
HT Education Desk, New Delhi
IIT Madras honours alumni who were part of the historic Chandrayaan 3 mission
IIT Madras honoured twelve of its alumni in the Indian Space Research Organisation who played a pivotal role in the historic Chandrayaan-3 mission.
Published on Oct 10, 2023 04:59 PM IST
HT Education Desk, New Delhi
50-year-old BARC scientist dies by suicide
“We got the suicide note, and the family told us that he was being treated by psychiatrists. We will be sending the note to writing experts at Kalina Forensic Laboratory. We are also checking where he was being treated and by which psychiatrists,” said the police officer
Updated on Aug 30, 2023 12:53 AM IST
Vinay Dalvi
Lessons from the legacy of a scientific stalwart
India's renowned technologist, VS Arunachalam leaves behind a legacy of scientific accomplishments and institution-building efforts
Published on Aug 19, 2023 10:22 PM IST
PM Modi condoles death of former DRDO chief V S Arunachalam
The family of VS Arunachalam, 87, issued a statement on Wednesday announcing his passing in the United States.
Published on Aug 17, 2023 11:01 AM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Poulomi Ghosh
Renowned nuclear physicist Bikash Sinha dies at 78 in Kolkata
A recipient of Padma Shri in 2001 and Padma Bhusan in 2010, he was the former director of the Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics and Variable Energy Cyclotron Centre
Updated on Aug 11, 2023 03:18 PM IST
Scientifically Speaking | The Mysterious Cases of Algal Infections
The lesson is that our planet is full of many life forms that continue to surprise us. Even the most unlikely organisms—such as algae—can threaten human health
Published on Jul 26, 2023 12:45 PM IST
Anirban Mahapatra
Many fell in love with ‘dreaded subject’ because of mathematician Mangala Narlikar
Renowned mathematician Mangala Narlikar passed away at the age of 80 after a long battle with cancer. She dedicated her life to making mathematics accessible to all, particularly children, and wrote several books on the subject. She is survived by her husband, astrophysicist Jayant Narlikar, and their three daughters, all of whom pursued careers in science. Mangala Narlikar's contributions to the field and her impact on students will be remembered.
Updated on Jul 18, 2023 12:37 AM IST
Eminent mathematician Dr Mangala Narlikar passes away at 80
Dr Mangala worked on advanced mathematics and was adept at explaining the subject to children in lucid language
Updated on Jul 17, 2023 01:16 PM IST
This scientist from Prayagraj was part of the team that launched Chandrayaan-3
Neha Agrawal, a scientist at ISRO, fulfilled her childhood dream by being part of the team that successfully launched India's Chandrayaan-3 mission.
Updated on Jul 22, 2023 04:22 PM IST
K Sandeep Kumar, Prayagraj