S&T News
Hon'ble Ministers Release Special Issues of Science Reporter & Vigyan Pragati

The special issues focus on "India's S&T Missions".

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IIT Hyderabad Researchers develop Innovative Hybrid FRP Strengthening Solution for Civil Infra like existing bridges and buildings

FRP strengthening gives high strength and stiffness to weight ratios compared to the other techniques.

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3D Printed Gloves for Rehabilitating Stroke Patients

The customisable, 3D printed gloves can be remotely controlled, opening up the possibility of teleconsultation by physiotherapists.

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A Single Course of Antibiotics Affects the Gut Microbiota of Infants

A study indicates that antibiotics, which kill bacteria, boost the abundance of gut fungal microbiota. The phenomenon can be a contributing factor in the long-term adverse effects of antibiotics, such as inflammatory bowel diseases.

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Dr Rajesh S. Gokhale given Additional Charge as DG, CSIR

Dr Rajesh S. Gokhale has been given additional charge of DG, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR).

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CSIR-NIScPR Organises National Workshop to Commemorate World Intellectual Property Day

As part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR), New Delhi, organised a National Workshop on “IP and Youth: Innovating for better future” to commemorate World Intellectual Property Day on 26 April 2022.

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Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood is the new Principal Scientific Advisor (PSA) to the Government of India

Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, a member of Science, Technology and Innovation Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, was appointed as the Principal Scientific Advisor (PSA) to the Government of India on 20 April 2022. 

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Study Shows Simple, Computationally-Light Model can Simulate Complex Brain Cell Responses

The study shows the Izhikevich neuron model allows the simulation of both periodic and quasi-periodic responses in neurons at a lower computational cost.

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Global Estimates of Headaches Suggest Disorder Impacts over 50% of the Population

Study found that the prevalence of headache disorders remains high worldwide and the burden of different types may impact many.

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