Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) have successfully developed a Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) that enables individuals with paralysis to control a robotic arm using only their thoughts. This system has proven to be stable over a period of seven months, requiring minimal recalibration. What is a Brain-Computer …

A recent study revealed that daily exposure to phthalates is associated with 350,000 (13%) global deaths due to heart disease in 2018 among individuals aged 55 to 65 years. About Phthalates Phthalates are a group of chemical substances primarily used in plastic products, especially in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastics. They …

India has once again been included on the “priority watch” list in the U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) Special 301 Report concerning intellectual property rights. Overview of the Special 301 Report The Special 301 Report is a yearly publication by the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), as required by the Trade Act …

A global team of solar scientists, including researchers from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), has successfully mapped the dynamic plasma currents in the Sun’s Near-Surface Shear Layer (NSSL), uncovering patterns that align with the Sun’s 11-year magnetic activity cycle, commonly known as the sunspot cycle. About the Near-Surface Shear …

Scientists at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) in Mohali have made significant advances in understanding proton adsorption on catalyst surfaces, which could lead to more efficient production of green hydrogen. Key Scientific Discoveries A new heterostructure combining Copper Tungsten Oxide (CuWO₄) and Copper Oxide (CuO) has been …

Location: Egypt is situated in northeastern Africa and extends into southwestern Asia via the Sinai Peninsula, making it a transcontinental nation. Borders: It shares borders with Libya to the west, Sudan to the south, and Israel and the Gaza Strip to the northeast. Coastlines: Egypt has coastlines along the Mediterranean …

The NAI, operating under the Ministry of Culture, serves as the repository for all non-current government records, which are made available for use by administrators and researchers. It is responsible for preserving records of lasting value to the Government of India and is the largest archival collection in South Asia. …