What happens when AI begins to design viruses?
The computer did not create a virus. It did not touch a test tube or handle a living cell. What it did may ultimately be more consequential: it helped decide what the virus’s genome should be. Researchers at Stanford University and the Arc Institute used artificial intelligence (AI) to design complete genomes of bacteriophages – […]
Check key dates, list of required documents and steps to apply
The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027 registration process through the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS) will begin on August 14, 2026. Candidates who wish to appear for the exam should note that creating or updating a verified DigiLocker account is mandatory for all Indian nationals before registration.Candidates can apply for one or […]
Scientists discover how the first bird learned to fly
150 million-year-old mystery solved: How the first bird learned to fly. (AI Image) For more than a century, one question has divided scientists: How did the first birds take flight?Did they evolve from dinosaurs that ran across the ground before taking off? Or did they glide down from trees before developing powered flight?A landmark study […]
TB vaccine offers clue to retrain immune system against Alzheimer’s
As the immune system ages, it enters a state of chronic, low-grade inflammation called ‘inflammaging’. In the brain, inflammaging is especially damaging. Immune cells that normally clear toxic amyloid-beta, a protein that can clump together to form the plaques characteristic of Alzheimer’s disease, instead become dysfunctional, fuelling the neuroinflammation that drives the disease. So a […]
NCERT has over 1,500 vacant posts, 44% positions unfilled at CBSE, parliamentary panel says
Over half of sanctioned NCERT posts vacant, 44% positions unfilled at CBSE: Parliamentary panel More than half of the sanctioned posts at the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) are vacant, while 44 per cent of positions at the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) remain unfilled, a parliamentary committee has said, flagging […]
What psychiatric genetics can and cannot tell an Indian family
When a young man was brought to my clinic after his first episode of psychosis, his parents wanted to know when he could return to college. This is not an atypical first interaction. However, in many instances, after a few consultations later and especially once the immediate crisis had settled, the questions would take a […]
Government expands scholarships and fellowships for students; 1.09 crore scholarships provided in FY 2025-26
Government expands scholarships and fellowships for students across social groups NEW DLEHI: The Government is expanding financial support for students from different social groups to help them pursue higher education and research. The initiatives and progress on scholarships and fellowships were highlighted by Union Minister of State for Education and Development of North Eastern Region […]
Science quiz: Patents that changed their industries
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MHT CET CAP Round 2 allotment result out? Students await link after official August 12 announcement
MHT CET 2026 CAP Round 2 seat allotment result out? Link still awaited after 9 PM notice MHT CET CAP Round 2 allotment result: The MHT CET 2026 CAP Round 2 seat allotment result for engineering admissions was expected to be released after 9:00 PM on August 12, 2026. However, as of August 13, 2026, […]
Bihar STET 2026 application process to start on August 17; check exam pattern and qualifying marks
Bihar STET 2026 registration to begin on August 17 The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has announced that it will conduct the Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2026. The decision has been taken following instructions from the Education Department, Bihar.The online application process for Bihar STET 2026 will begin on August 17, 2026. The exam […]