Scientists at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras have shown that the active principle from turmeric that is curcumin can enhance cancer cell death caused by a protein called ‘TRAIL.’
The National Botanical Research Institute has established an “Advanced Virology Lab” for testing COVID-19. The facility has been developed based on the guidelines of the Indian Council Medical Research, World Health Organisation, and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
Researchers at the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology have developed a new low-cost and low-tech required test for SARS-CoV-2 testing. This test is known as reverse transcription nested PCR test
The National Aerospace Laboratories has developed cost-effective and quality-certified fabric-based personal protective suits. NAL, along with MAF Clothing Private Limited, has developed these suits.
As of now, eight different variants of the virus are known to be causing the COVID-19 infection. A CDRI team has been put into place for analyzing whether changes to the viral sequences, if any, will impact the proposed treatment strategies.
Two innovative technologies developed by the start-ups supported by the National Chemical Laboratory, Pune, stand out and can be of great help in this fight against coronavirus. One is the Digital InfraRed thermometer and the other is the Oxygen Enrichment Unit
Mysuru-based CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute has joined hands with the district administration by making available equipment needed for testing of samples.
To boost COVID-19 testing capacity, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research IMTECH has stepped up to take up COVID-19 sample testing.
Now students may give any novel and utilitarian Innovation for any existing societal problem, it may be a new method, device or utility and for this, they would be awarded. Council of Scientific & Industrial Research has announced Innovation Awards for School Children to support their scientific temperament and to encourage innovative spirit among them
A group of researchers from various institutions have identified urine-based biomarkers for early prediction of diabetic kidney failure.
To make Visually Impaired self-dependent when it comes to reading Central Scientific Instruments Organisation, Chandigarh has developed a scanner-based reading device called ‘Divyanayan.
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research has been ranked first in the Nature Ranking Index-2020. The rankings are based on total research output which the institutions have carried out from December 01, 2018, to 30th November 2019
Researchers from IMMT, Bhubaneswar, have developed an industrial instrument named “Eye-On-Pellet” to monitor pellets of equal size distribution trends using a camera-based image-processing algorithm in real-time.
Researchers at National Chemical Laboratory, Pune have developed an inexpensive technology for the manufacturing of precision silver nanowires that can be used in future nano-electronic devices
Scientists at National Botanical Research Institute have developed and released a new variety of Chrysanthemum that blooms from late December to mid-February and has named it ‘Shekhar’
CSIR_CFTRI has planned to conduct a series of capacity building and training programs on food processing for the benefit of aspiring and budding entrepreneurs from SC/ST community of local areas and nearby aspirational districts entrepreneurs
Researchers have developed a self-powered glucose biosensor technology base device that can measure the blood sugar level through saliva samples
Researchers from the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research- National Physical Laboratory have developed an ink that may help in combating the problem of counterfeiting currency notes, fake printing of passports and pharmaceuticals
The geranium plant has huge medicinal value and its essential oil works as an anti-inflammatory and anti-septic agent. The production of Geranium has got a boost under the Aroma mission
Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR-IHBT), Palampur is determined to develop a small low-cost hydroponic system that is suitable for urban agriculture and the small scale said Dr. Ashish Warghat, Scientist, CSIR-IHBT
France has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for cooperation and for promotion and support of scientific and technological research Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS)
Researchers from the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research-Central Scientific Instruments Organization Chandigarh and Indian Institute of Technology Delhi have developed a method that would help in the manufacturing of optical components including simple shape optics to freeform optics by ultra-precision machining process and various related issues.
Scientists from the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research- North East Institute of Science & Technology, Jorhat have developed candles with extracts of herbal plant that possess mosquito repellent properties.
A smart microscopy solution has been developed by researchers at Chandigarh-based Central Scientific Instruments Organization of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research. It can acquire microscopic images or use stored microscopic images of a blood sample understudy for the quantification of Red Blood Cells and White Blood Cells.
To study how the pathogen that transmits this disease, how the disease progresses, how an individual body responds to it and how effective treatment can be formulated to encounter this disease, researchers have proposed Clinical Human Infection Model (CHIM) studies
Hypertension and diabetes are emerging as major health challenge not just in cities but in rural areas as well, and particularly among women. A new study says improved education, standardization of testing as well as follow up of hypertension and diabetes after childbirth are needed in Indian rural areas
The Department of Science and Technology has selected Indian Institute of Delhi for setting up a shared science and technology infrastructure facility named Sophisticated Analytical and Technical Help Institute. The center will be set up in the Sonepat campus of IIT Delhi
Researchers have found that Dulaglutide, a commonly used drug for Type 2 diabetes, can be effective against cardiovascular and kidney diseases too
Sixteen promising startups and 20 teams of university students have been given grants totaling Rupees six crore by the India Innovation Growth Programme (IIGP) – a joint initiative of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Lockheed Martin and Tata Trusts
A new study has emphasized the role of a better education than wealth in tackling cardiovascular diseases
Climate change and global warming is a challenge across the globe. To bring this issue to common people, a radio serial named ‘Whispers of Wind’ has been developed. The series has 52 episodes and has been produced by Vigyan Prasar, an autonomous body of Department of Science and Technology, and All India Radio.
The performance of players and match analysis of the upcoming season of Indian Premier League (IPL) will be based on new metrics that uses data science to analyze cricket
Marking the International Women’s Day, researchers from Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT-Delhi) today launched a roll on that could be used for relieving pain during mensuration
In their search for a possible treatment for Zika virus infection, a team of Indian researchers has identified a viral protein that can be targeted by an already available antimalarial drug, hydroxychloroquine
Involving Accredited Social Health Activists in the malaria eradication programme has proved to be fruitful in bringing down the number of malaria cases in Odisha.
The app, Air Cognizer, uses camera images to estimate air pollution level in the vicinity. The idea has won its developer an award by the US-based Marconi Society.
State councils need to be more active in terms of making science accessible to the people,” said Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Minister of Science and Technology while speaking at the S&T ministers’ conclave at the India International Science Festival 2018.
The second day of the India International Science Festival (IISF) evoked a huge response from students, young researchers, teachers, and the scientific community. Speakers in different sessions discussed ways of connecting science with society
The fourth edition of the India International Science Festival (IISF) began here today. A number of conferences and exhibitions showcasing the work of young scientists were held
Heavy school bags are always a problem for school children. A group of Indian researchers has now redesigned school bag pack so that it can reduce the load on spine and shoulders of children
In order to promote scientific temper and original thinking in school kids, a programme is underway in remote areas of the Northeast. Children are shown a series of short films on a range of subjects, and then a quiz competition is held along with hands-on activities
About 15 million babies out of 26 million born every year in India are not able to get the benefit of mother’s milk within one hour of their birth despite 80% of them being born in health facilities, according to a new breastfeeding assessment report released on Tuesday.
A team of Indian and American researchers has identified the immune-modulatory function of a protein that could potentially help in treating sepsis and other inflammatory diseases caused due to abnormal functioning of immune cells
Antimicrobial resistance has become a global health challenge, making easily treatable infections difficult to treat. The problem is not sparing vulnerable population groups like newborn babies who need urgent treatment in case of conditions such as neonatal sepsis.
A face cream that may fulfill your daily nutrient requirement, a simple diagnostic strip to test cervical cancer, an app to address postpartum depression.
Treatment of chronic non-healing wounds in diabetes is a major clinical challenge. To address this problem, researchers at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras have developed a new wound dressing material. They have developed it, using reduced graphene oxide loaded Nanocomposite scaffolds and Isabgol.
The National Research Development Corporation (NRDC) will establish a technology data bank for ASEAN (Association of Southeastern Asian Nations) region as part of ASEAN-India Innovation Platform.
“Women’s involvement in science and technology encounters bias in regard to disciplines and academic or professional level of responsibility,” observed Kesari Nath Tripathi, Governor of West Bengal, while inaugurating the Women Science Congress during in the Indian Science Congress session here.
Imphal, capital of Manipur is all set to host the annual session of the Indian Science Congress for the first time. The Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi will formally inaugurate the 105th session of the Congress on Friday. Manipur University will host the science congress.
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