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In Context ∙ Through more equitable investments, researchers hope menstruation will be recognised as a new frontier in regenerative medicine. About ∙ Researchers had long hypothesised that the endometrium contained stem cells, given its remarkable capacity to regrow itself each month.  ∙ The tissue, which provides a site for an embryo to implant during pregnancy […]

Context ∙ The Event Horizon Telescope (EHT) Collaboration has released new images of M87*, the supermassive black hole at the center of the galaxy Messier 87. What is a Black Hole? ∙ A black hole is an extremely dense object whose gravity is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape it. ∙ A

Context ∙ A new study based on estimates of warming from palaeo-thermometry, have said that the earth’s surface has already warmed by more than 1.5 degrees C on average over pre-industrial levels.  Background of 1.5 degrees C threshold ∙ The 1.5 degrees C is not a scientific threshold. It became enshrined in the Paris Agreement

In Context ∙ February 12 is globally celebrated as Darwin Day to mark the birthday of naturalist Charles Darwin (12 February 1809 – 19 April 1882).  About ∙ Darwin Day is an opportunity for scientists to showcase the latest advancements in the comprehension of evolution and promote public understanding of science. ∙ Charles Darwin was

Context ∙ Karnataka is grappling with the outbreak of Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD), commonly known as monkey fever. What is KFD? ∙ History: The disease was first noticed in the Kyasanur Forest area of Sorab Taluk in Shimoga district in 1956-57, and was named after the region.  ∙ Cause: Monkey fever is caused by the

Context ∙ It has been observed that highly targeted CRISPR Technology advances gene editing in living animals. Gene Editing Technology ∙ It refers to technology that permits the change of an organism’s DNA by allowing genetic material to be added, removed, or altered at particular locations in the genome. ∙ It includes techniques like Zinc

Context ∙ The Union Cabinet has approved Rs 4,797 crore research scheme The PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI) to enhance the understanding of the Earth. About ∙ It encompasses five ongoing sub-schemes of the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), namely: ∙ Atmosphere & Climate Research-Modelling Observing Systems & Services (ACROSS); ∙ Ocean Services, Modelling Application, Resources and

Context ∙ The Finance Minister announced a Rs 1 lakh crore fund to provide long-term, low-cost or zero-interest loans for research and development. What is deep technology? ∙ Deep tech refers to advanced and disruptive technologies that have the potential to trigger transformative change, and provide solutions for the future. ∙ The term is used

Context ∙ Rotating black holes (a.k.a. Kerr black holes) have a unique feature: a region outside their outer event horizon called the ergosphere.  What is a Black Hole? ∙ A black hole is an extremely dense object whose gravity is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape it. ∙ A black hole does

Context ∙ During the Interim Budget 2024-25 presentation, the Finance Minister revealed a plan to create a corpus of Rs 1 lakh crore for the sunrise technologies.  About: ∙ The goal is to encourage private investment in sunrise technologies and usher in a “golden era for our tech savvy youth”.  ∙ The corpus will be