Forests are deeply connected to food security in ways many people don’t realise. They provide a direct source of nutrition through fruits, nuts, leaves, and roots, which are consumed by both humans and wildlife. Forests are nature’s insurance policy against climate change” — Jadav Payeng.

In this interview with Dr Somdatta Karak from CSIR-CCMB, Ms Rachel Thomas explains the sport of skydiving, the many principles of physics at play while skydiving, and the lives and skills of skydivers better.

Dr Kunnath emphasises the importance of regulating screen time, encouraging interactive digital activities, and the critical roles of parents and educators in cultivating a healthier digital environment for children.

In the interview with Biju Dharmapalan, Prof. Charles delves into his scientific odyssey and addresses matters pertaining to modern-day scientific exploration.

The recall of Indian railways’ trains has remained the same over the years; I always had this angst and a dream that India should also go for modern, speedier, aesthetically-superior trains.

“Creating an innovative temperament has become a dire requirement to survive in an ever-changing world”: Dr Deepika Bhaskar

“The opportunities in science are endless and young people fascinated by the natural world should be encouraged and not discouraged by what may seem to be restricted career paths,” says Randy Schekman.

“Science obviously needs to be brought out of the lab and into society more widely. If scientists are interested and good at communicating, then they should do it – definitely! But a lot of people underestimate how difficult it is to write and talk well about science to non-specialists,” says Dr Helen Scales.

Jack W. Szostak, FRS, is an English-born American biochemist and geneticist who was awarded the 2009 Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine.

In this special online interview with Biju Dharmapalan, he talks about his journey in science, genetically modified organisms, AI in labs and his vision for future science.