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Nanoparticles extracted from sugar could be a low-cost solution for detecting the presence of lead in water

Researchers have developed a way to derive nanoparticles from table sugar and these particles can be used as a sensor for detection of lead in water.

Scientists find that earthworm guts can digest cellulose, opening new avenues for the recycling of organic waste

Cellulose-degrading bacteria in the gut of an earthworm breaks it down into carbon, hydrogen and oxygen which makes up most of the soil organic matter.

Study confirms drastic shift in malaria occurrence in India as number of severe cases rise

India used to be mostly burdened with a mild form of malaria cases but now there is an increasing number of P. falciparum (deadly form of malaria) cases.

Speciality rice varieties of Kerala are a storehouse of nutrition: Study

Kerala is home to a number of speciality rice varieties such as Pokkali, a saltwater-tolerant organic rice having medicinal properties.

Narendra Modi inaugurates the 105th Indian Science Congress at Imphal, reiterating the importance of science and technology

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about scientific social responsibility through science and technology.

Scientist develop new hardware to measure blood pressure more accurately using an app

While high blood pressure is treatable with lifestyle changes and medication, only around 20 percent of people with hypertension have their condition under control.

Astronomers detect for first time light coming from the very first stars of our universe

First stars rich in hydrogen were massive, tens and thousands time massive than our Sun. Massive stars live fast and burn out fast.

NAL is working on Mark 2 version of its light transport aircraft Saras: CSIR

Dr Harsh Vardhan said NAL had proposed to get Mark 2 version of the aircraft certified initially for military and subsequently for the civilian version.

Events like NSFFI can help promote a much-needed scientific temperament in the country: Report

Over 200 filmmakers along with a large contingent of scientists, students and film critics gathered for 8th National Science Film Festival of India (NSFFI).

A desert in Oman resembles Mars enough to convince scientists to conduct simulation tests there for a manned mission

On the eastern edge of a seemingly endless dune is the Oman Mars Base: a giant 2.4-ton inflated habitat surrounded by shipping containers.