Science & Technology News ( English Version)

Neurons in the hippocampus have been identified to form food-related memories that shape eating behavior and contribute to diet-induced obesity, a study in Nature Metabolism reveals. Researchers suggest targeting these hippocampal memory circuits could help address overeating and obesity, especially in modern environments filled with food cues.

NASA rescheduled the return of astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore originally set for February 2025 to late March 2025 due to delays in the launch of SpaceX's Crew 10 mission. Technical issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft also contributed to the delay. Despite the extended stay, Crew 9 continues to perform critical tasks on the ISS. […]

SpaceX successfully launched two spacecraft, Blue Ghost and Resilience landers, on a mission to the Moon from NASA's Kennedy Space Center. The mission aims to advance lunar exploration with experiments on subsurface drilling, sample collection, and radiation-tolerant computing. The Blue Ghost lander will operate for 14 Earth days after its 45-day journe […]

Three Indian space startups, Digantara, Pixxel, and XDLINX Spacelabs, are set for satellite launches via SpaceX’s Transporter-12 from Vandenberg Space Force Base. Pixxel will deploy satellites for its Firefly constellation, providing advanced hyper-spectral imaging. Digantara's satellite aims to enhance space traffic management. XDLINX will launch satel […]

NASA's Roman Space Telescope, slated for a 2027 launch, will provide insights into dark energy and exoplanets. It will undergo rigorous testing to ensure durability in space conditions. Equipped with a wide-field view, it aims to unravel cosmic mysteries, study distant galaxies, and explore potentially habitable exoplanets. The mission marks a significa […]

INSA’s list of Fellows this year features famous figures such as Sudha Murthy and her spouse and Infosys co-founder Narayanamurthy; academy chairman says people who show commitment towards funding basic science research must be recognised

As per estimation, total 13 adult tigers were found to be pseudo-melanistic in Similipal, and no other wild habitat in the world is said to have pseudo-melanistic tigers

Colossal Biosciences, which calls itself the world’s first de-extinction company, announced $200 million in a Series C financing by TWG Global

It is a near-threatened species and is associated more with the southern parts of Tamil Nadu; scattered records of its sighting in Chennai’s outskirts do exist

Chromebooks may soon offer a more immersive audio experience with Spatial Audio technology, simulating surround sound for movies, games, and music, making them a compelling choice for multimedia consumption and entertainment.

Government rescues citizens from cyber fraud in Cambodia, tackles global cybercrime surge. Indian organisations face increased cyberattacks. Palo Alto Networks predicts cybersecurity trends for 2024, emphasizing holistic security approaches.

IPL drives TV sales, boosting shipments and preference for online purchases of premium models. QLED TV popularity rises in 2023 despite challenges. Smart TV penetration expected to increase further.

Apple is seeking new suppliers, including Indian, Japanese, and South Korean component makers, due to delayed government clearances for imports from existing Chinese suppliers. The company aims to establish "just-in-time" supply chains in India to expedite local production of flagship iPhones and iPads. While 14 Chinese companies received initial a […]