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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for a crucial operation to revive the Vikram lander and Pragyan rover of the Chandrayaan-3 mission, which have been in hibernation mode for the past 15 days due to the lunar night. The lunar night, which lasts for about 14 Earth days, is a period of extreme cold and darkness on the Moon, where the temperature...

Aditya L1 Mission update: The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) is preparing to conduct a trajectory correction manoeuvre (TCM) for its Aditya L1 spacecraft, which is on its way to the Sun-Earth Lagrangian point 1 (L1), a stable point in space where the gravitational forces of the Sun and Earth balance each other. The TCM is expected to be carried out in the next few...

September 12, 2023: James Webb Space Telescope has unraveled the mysteries of a distant exoplanet known as K2-18 b. In a historic discovery that has sent great excitement through the scientific community, researchers have leveraged the powerful . The findings unveil a tantalizing possibility: the presence of carbon-bearing molecules, including methane and carbon dioxide, on this enigmatic celestial body, located a staggering 120 light-years away...

Hyderabad, Seattle : August 11, 2023: Renowned vitreoretina surgeon and Chief Retina surgeon at Neoretina Eyecare Institute Hyderabad, Dr. Raja Rami Reddy P, has been recognized with the prestigious Rhett Buckler Award for his groundbreaking surgical video showcasing his expertise in treating diabetic retinal detachments with macular holes. The award was conferred during the recent annual meeting of the American Society of Retina Specialists...

Today, as the world celebrates Space Exploration Day 2023, we embark on a cosmic journey to explore the significance of this momentous occasion. From the depths of our blue planet to the far reaches of the universe, the insatiable human spirit for exploration has driven us to achieve breathtaking feats in the cosmos. Let's delve into the captivating history of space exploration, the groundbreaking...

SRIHARIKOTA, INDIA - In a highly anticipated event, the third edition of India's moon mission, Chandrayaan-3, is scheduled to take off today, July 14, at 2:35 pm from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre aboard a Launch Vehicle Mark 3 (LVM3). With excitement building among the scientific community and Indians worldwide, hopes are high for a successful venture into space. The countdown for this historic mission...

Dr. Kamala Sohonie truly deserves a Google Doodle. In a symphony of scientific brilliance and tenacity, the resounding tribute of today's Google Doodle harmonizes with the world as it celebrates the extraordinary life and unparalleled achievements of Dr. Kamala Sohonie. Amidst an era where Indian women faced towering obstacles in the pursuit of scientific knowledge, Dr. Sohonie emerged as an awe-inspiring force, shattering glass...

A recent study has shown that the healing of the ozone layer is progressing at a slower pace than previously anticipated, leading to increased levels of surface ultraviolet (UV) radiation in recent years. These findings have raised concerns about potential risks to human health and the environment. According to the study conducted by researchers from Beijing Normal University, China, and published in the journal Advances...

The UW-Madison Global Health Institute (GHI) and the Ella Foundation have signed a bilateral agreement to establish the first-ever "UW-Madison One Health Center" in Bangalore, India. The center, expected to be operational by the end of 2023, will focus on advancing the development and production of new vaccines for India and provide Indian students and researchers access to UW expertise and training. One of the...

In 2022, astronomers from around the world discovered over 200 exoplanets outside of our solar system, bringing the total known exoplanet count to over 5,200. Many of these new discoveries, including some that are rocky like Earth or Mars, are prime candidates for further observation by telescopes like the James Webb Space Telescope. According to NASA An exoplanet is a planet outside our solar...