Brazilian climate scientist wins Volvo Environment Prize for work on Amazon

Nobre has raised concern over possible "savannisation" of the largest tropical forest in the world

Celebrated minds

In 2016, many Indian-origin scientists made it big and got international acclaim for their work. From genetics to nanoelectronics, these …

DTE in Indian Science Congress: chronic underfunding in this sector highlighted

PM Modi reposes faith in deep-rooted scientific tradition to help India quickly adapt to new realities

Why no debate on independence of research?

There was no discussion on how promoting PPP model will affect independence of research

Can 104th Indian Science Congress claim any achievement?

From nanoscience to navigation satellites and sanitation to antibiotics resistance, the potential of science in tackling development issues was …

Seeking many more Hedy Lamarrs

The number of women inventors is finally rising the world over but their percentage is still too small to be celebrated

Glimpses from the 104th Indian Science Congress

Every year, scientific from across the country gather at the Indian Science Congress to deliberate on a a theme. Down To Earth was present at the …

Yawning gaps

The lack of planning and lethargic management have reduced the once prestigious Indian Science Congress to a meaningless jamboree

Kalpana Chawla—a mission becomes impossible

In all the media hype, the legacy left behind by the Columbia (STS-107) crew was almost forgotten–a wealth of information gathered from …

Genesis of water

Life on Earth is the result of several fascinating coincidences, of which the presence of water is considered the most important. But we are …

Scientists convert CO2 to solar fuel with artificial photosynthesis

Similar to plants’ photosynthesis, the technology can serve dual purpose of reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide and generating electricity …

Scientists in India develop biosensor to detect diabetes-related complications

Till date, there has been very little effort to quantify levels of Methylglyoxal in the blood or food products we consume

Government launches scheme to attract distinguished scientists from abroad

The objective is to utilise specialised knowledge and technical skills of overseas scientists, including non-resident Indians, people of Indian …

The passing of scientific threads

India lost two eminent scientists last fortnight. While Yash Pal was a scientific communicator par excellence, P M Bhargava laid the foundation …

African mothers in science need more support. Providing it is actually easy

Not much attention has been given to how mothers who want to attend networking opportunities are supported. This simple intervention can boost …

Book on inspiring moments of great scientists released

It seeks to reveal important facets of development of science and technology 

Scientists find probiotic yeast strain to fight phosphorus deficiency

Humans and non-ruminant animals lack an enzyme called phytase that converts phytate into free phosphorus

Making rubber recycling eco-friendly

Scientists at Indian Institute of Technology, Mandi identified bacteria involved in breaking down natural rubber in order to make it …

105th Indian Science Congress concludes by recognising 14 young scientists

106th edition of Indian Science Congress will be held from January 3-7, 2019 in Bhopal

Explained: The cancer therapy that got two immunologists a Nobel

The immunologists’ immune checkpoint therapy has revolutionised cancer treatment

Explained: Works of 3 evolutionary scientists that got them a Nobel

One Briton and two American scientists bag the prestigious award for their work that is meant to create cleaner fuels and treat diseases

Cellulose nanofibres from bagasse can help in controlled release of pesticides

This could pose as a solution to the growing problem of micro-plastic pollution

How scientists solved a centuries-old mystery

UK scientists discovered a rare form of star collision

Now, a way to diagnose ovarian cancer early

Australian scientists develop a blood test that can “dramatically improve” early detection of the disease

Findings reveal how neem cells produce useful chemicals

The study of limonoid biosynthesis in neem tree is of potential significance as it produces agriculturally and pharmacologically important molecules