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The PS4 is the last stage of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) rocket, which until now used to go waste after putting the spacecraft into the desired orbit. Isro, in the last two attempts tried to keep PS4 alive in space, and was successful. As the next step, it has now called for experiments from national and international institutions. The experiments will cover six areas, including space docking
One of the novel ways being experimented to control dengue and chikungunya is to release
a team of scientists from IIT-Kharagpur has synthesized a low-cost gel from curd which not only retards the growth of antibiotic-resistant bacteria but also enhances wound healing.
In a remarkable announcement, Dr K Sivan announced India will set up a its separate space station in the next 5-7 years after Gangayaan is successfully completely in 2022.
They have found that an enzyme plays a major role in determining the ability of cells to detect and respond to the hormone insulin
Researchers from the Mohali-based Institute of NanoScience and Technology have devised a method to encapsulate adult stem cells called Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSC) in an injectable hydrogel. In preliminary studies, it has been found that the hydrogel exhibits cell viability and can support long-term survival of stem cells.
Pandey informed that during the counting, experts sighted the black-crested Bulbul, which was sighted in Dudhwa after several years. The black-crested Bulbul is a bird species with a black head and deep yellow body. The sighting of black-crested Bulbul after several years has come as a great joy for the authorities and bird lovers, he said.
Members of the advisory council witnessed a presentation on the status of the Rs 10,000 crore programme by Dr Unnikrishnan Nair, Director, Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC), ISRO. He explained about collaborations with national laboratories, public sector units, and the armed forces, in particular the Indian Air Force (IAF).
Confirming the development, Team Indus engineer Ananth Ramesh told TOI: “Yes, we will be building the lander. It is most likely to be built in India too.” Team Indus CEO Rahul Narayan was in the US to sign the contract documents on Thursday.
The success story of Bancha is an eye opener which shows the potential of renewable energy. Not only will it help the nation economically but will also prove to work wonders for the environment if implemented across India.
