Science

Science is a public good, not an abstract pursuit: Soumya Swaminathan at IISc convocation

July 12, 2026 10:09 am

At the IISc Bengaluru 2026 convocation, former WHO chief scientist Dr Soumya Swaminathan and Isro chief V Narayanan urged over 1,500 graduates to champion collaboration.

With 7 million alerts each night, Rubin Observatory begins 10-year mission to map Universe

July 02, 2026 6:04 pm

Indian scientists join global teams as Rubin Observatory in Chile switches on, aiming to locate 10,000 rare gravitational lenses predicted by Albert Einstein.

Total Solar Eclipse on August 12, 2026: Will it be visible in India? Here’s what to know

June 30, 2026 9:11 am

Solar Eclipse August 2026 Date, Time: During a partial or total solar eclipse, it is never safe to look directly at the Sun without proper eye protection.

Chinese scientists develop safer lithium battery that resists extreme heat

June 25, 2026 9:09 am

Chinese researchers have developed a ceramic-based lithium battery that remains stable in extreme heat, a breakthrough that could help power next-generation electronics in harsh environments.

Korean scientists recreate ancient sea silk and crack the secret of its shimmer

June 17, 2026 9:22 am

Golden sea silk has been recreated by Korean scientists using marine waste, reviving a centuries-old textile while advancing sustainable material innovation.

Is washing rice before cooking good or bad? Here’s what a new study says

June 16, 2026 9:31 am

Should you wash rice before cooking? Experts say rinsing rice helps wash off arsenic and microplastics, though it can also remove small amounts of nutrients.

Why walking gets difficult with age: New study points to the ankles

June 15, 2026 3:24 pm

Why walking feels harder with age is linked to changes in ankle muscle control, causing slower movement, higher energy use, and reduced stability.

Scientists develop smart bandage that detects infections and releases antibiotics when needed

June 12, 2026 8:57 am

Biomedical engineers at Brown University in the United States have developed a smart bandage that can detect signs of infection and release antibiotics only when needed.

Giant fan-shaped structure hidden below Antarctica's ice, scientists find

June 12, 2026 8:58 am

Scientists have discovered a vast fan-shaped structure beneath the East Antarctic Ice Sheet, revealing clues about Antarctica’s geological past and the stability of ice vulnerable to climate change.

Drinking tomato-soy juice may help reduce inflammation: Study

June 10, 2026 9:29 am

The study found that tomato-soy juice, which is rich in lycopene and soy isoflavones, reduced several inflammation markers in adults with obesity.

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket landing: Here's everything you need to know

May 28, 2016 11:39 am

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully landed for the third time on a droneship in the Atlantic ocean. Here's all you need to know.

Science Take | How geckos move across water

June 22, 2020 6:08 pm

The Asian house gecko can move across water at great speed by using a half-running, half-swimming motion.

Science Take | How to give a spider an eye test

June 22, 2020 6:11 pm

Jumping spiders have excellent vision. To test it, scientists use a special machine of which there are only two in the world.

NYT ScienceTake | The Science Behind a Frog’s Leap

June 22, 2020 6:13 pm

A frog’s leap is a study in power and accuracy. So how do frogs do it, and what can humans learn from its mechanics?

Do parrots understand economics? Well, kind of | NYT ScienceTake

June 22, 2020 6:16 pm

At least four different species shows they can accurately assign value to food and tokens, swamping lower value items for higher value food.

NYT ScienceTake: What ducks hear underwater

June 22, 2020 6:17 pm

Scientists from the University of Delaware have created a hearing test for ducks. This is an important step. Watch here what they found.

Origin stories: Where the Global Positioning System or GPS came from

June 22, 2020 6:21 pm

Can you imagine your smartphone without the GPS? If not, you might want to thank god (or the scientists at MIT) for this day. See more: https://bit.ly/2Ld0BOG

Eminent Scientist And Academician Yash Pal Passed Away At 90

June 22, 2020 6:57 pm