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Mpox

Can Mpox virus spread through air; what precautions you must take?

The Mpox virus, a zoonotic disease primarily found in the tropical rainforest areas of central and west Africa, has been causing concern among health experts worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the current outbreak, which has seen over 14,000 cases and 524 deaths, a global health emergency. Aug 21, 2024
New Delhi, Principal Scientific Adviser, advisory document, Bharat Zero Emission Trucking Policy, ecosystem, decarbonisation, Net Zero

Govt launches Bharat Zero Emission Trucking policy advisory

Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Union government on Wednesday launched the advisory document titled 'Bharat Zero Emission Trucking (ZET) Policy Advisory' aimed at creating an ecosystem to speed up decarbonisation and help achieve India's ambitious Net Zero 2070 target. Aug 21, 2024
New research uncovers brain pathway linked to autism, cerebral palsy

New research uncovers brain pathway linked to autism, cerebral palsy

Researchers at Duke-NUS Medical School and NUS' Mechanobiology Institute discovered a brain pathway to activate dormant neural stem cells, offering potential treatments for neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and cerebral palsy. Astrocytes, a type of glial cell, play a crucial role in reactivating these cells, initiating a chain reaction that promotes brain repair and growth. Aug 14, 2024
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Md Yunus needs to address political turmoil first

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus leads Bangladesh's 17-member interim government, aiming to address political instability, economic recovery, and social tensions, and restore stability after PM Sheikh Hasina's resignation. Aug 9, 2024
Engineers develop earbuds to combat drowsiness while driving

Innovative Earbuds Detect Drowsiness to Enhance Road Safety

Engineers at the University of California, Berkeley, have designed a prototype of earbuds that can detect signs of drowsiness in the brain. This innovative technology aims to protect drivers and machine operators from the dangers of drowsiness, a critical hazard contributing to road accidents worldwide. Aug 7, 2024
Immediate action on methane emissions crucial to mitigate climate crisis

Urgent Action on Methane Emissions: A Key to Climate Crisis Mitigation

A recent study highlights the urgent need for action on methane emissions, responsible for half of global warming. The Global Methane Pledge aims to reduce methane emissions by 30% from 2020 levels by 2030. NASA's EMIT instrument can detect large methane sources, aiding in climate change mitigation. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change emphasizes the need for immediate action on methane emissions to limit global temperature rises. Jul 31, 2024
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