Current Affair Category: Science & Technology

Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS) is a severe illness caused by infection with certain strains of Group A Streptococcus (GAS) bacteria. These bacteria are the same ones that can cause mild infections like strep throat and impetigo, but in the case of STSS, the infection is much more serious and can be life-threatening. Causes: Bacterial […]

Why in News? The 2024 Kavli Prize was recently announced. Eight winners were awarded for their contributions to astrophysics, neuroscience, and nanoscience. The Kavli Prize is named after Norwegian-American businessman and philanthropist Fred Kavli. About Fred Kavli: The Kavli Prize is awarded in honour of Norwegian-American businessman and philanthropist Fred Kavli (1927-2013). Born in Erejsford, […]

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) researchers have developed a novel remediation process for removing heavy metal contaminants such as arsenic from groundwater. According to IISc, the three-step method, which is patent-pending, also ensures that the removed heavy metals are disposed of in an environment-friendly and sustainable manner, instead of sending untreated heavy metal-rich sludge […]

Carbon dioxide removal (CDR), specifically referring to marine CDR (mCDR) technologies, are those that aim to capture and store excess carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere in the ocean. These technologies are being explored as a potential way to mitigate climate change by directly addressing the root cause – rising atmospheric CO2 levels.  mCDR technologies: […]

The Scientists have recently developed a novel way of generating non-infectious Nipah virus-like particles (VLPs) in the laboratory. What is VLPs? Virus-like particles (VLPs) are fascinating mimics of viruses. They closely resemble real viruses in structure but lack one crucial element: viral genetic material. This makes them completely safe and unable to infect cells. tructure: […]

Why in News ?  : Rocket Lab’s Electron rocket recently  lifted off from Launch Complex 1 at Māhia, New Zealand  carrying a small satellite for NASA’s PREFIRE (Polar Radiant Energy in the Far-InfraRed Experiment) mission. About  the Pre Fire Mission : NASA’s Pre-Fire Mission, also referred to as the Polar Radiant Energy in the Far-InfraRed […]

Three improvised explosives devices (IEDs) were defused by the Indian Army in Manipur’s Imphal East district. The IEDs were found concealed on the road connecting Nongdam and Itham villages. “A bomb disposal squad arrived at the location and defused the IEDs safely, preventing potential loss of life and injury to locals,” What is IEDs? Improvised […]

Why in News ? On the request of Iran, the European Union (EU) has  activated its rapid satellite mapping service to help search efforts in finding the crashed chpper of Iranian president. The rapid mapping service is one of the crucial components of the Emergency Management Service (EMS), which comes under the EU’s Copernicus programme. […]

What is TTP? TTP is a rare, life-threatening blood disorder. In TTP, blood clots form in small blood vessels throughout your body. The clots can limit or block the flow of blood to your organs, such as your brain, kidneys, and heart. This can prevent your organs from working properly and can damage your organs. […]

Why in news ?The chinese’ High Energy Photon Source (HELPS) will begin operations by the end of this year. It will be the first fourth-generation synchrotron light source in Asia. What is synchrotron ? It is  a powerful machine  used in scientific research. Particle Accelerator: It’s a type of particle accelerator, specifically designed for charged […]