About BFI Biome Virtual Network Program
Context: Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP) has joined the Blockchain for Impact (BFI) Biome Virtual Network Program to accelerate transformative healthcare solutions through biomedical innovation. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology About BFI Biome Virtual Network Program Objective: Areas of Focus: Collaborative Approach: Funding Allocation: About C-CAMP Background: Mandate: -Source: The Hindu
New Genetic Variant Linked to Parkinson’s Disease Discovered by Scientists
Context: Scientists have identified a new genetic variant associated with Parkinson’s disease. This discovery provides insights into the evolutionary origins of various familial forms of parkinsonism and lays the groundwork for a better understanding and treatment of the condition. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Parkinson’s Disease: An Overview Definition and […]
Why are Sugary Processed Foods Detrimental to Health?
Context: A 100g serving of Bournvita contains 86.7g of carbohydrates, with 49.8g being sugar, out of which 37.4g is added sugar. This means that for every 20g serving of Bournvita, consumers are ingesting about 10g of sugar. The production process of Bournvita involves malting, a technique where grains are converted into sugar. Malting is a […]
Opens Second Post Office Branch in Antarctica at Bharati Research Station
Context: The Department of Posts has recently inaugurated a second branch of the post office at the Bharati research station in Antarctica, marking a significant development after almost four decades. Letters intended for Antarctica will now bear a new experimental PIN code, MH-1718, which is customary for a new branch. Currently, Maitri and Bharati are […]
PSLV Orbital Experimental Module-3
Context: In a significant accomplishment, ISRO’s PSLV-C58/XPoSat mission successfully achieved near-zero debris in Earth’s orbit by converting the final stage into the PSLV Orbital Experimental Module-3 (POEM-3). Instead of leaving debris in orbit after completing its mission, the POEM-3 was safely re-entered into the Earth’s atmosphere. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the […]
Gopi Thotakura to Become First Indian Space Tourist
Context: Entrepreneur and pilot Gopi Thotakura is poised to make history as the first Indian to venture into space as a tourist on Blue Origin’s NS-25 Mission, founded by Jeff Bezos. Thotakura has been selected as one of the six crew members for the mission, the launch date of which is yet to be announced. […]
World Quantum Day 2024
Focus: GS III: Science and Technology Why in News? India celebrates World Quantum Day 2024 on April 14, 2024. About World Quantum Day: Quantum technology: About: There are Four domains of Quantum Technology: The underlying principles of quantum technology are as follows: Quantum entanglement (QE): Quantum entanglement: Applications: Quantum technology promises to improve a wide range […]
ISRO’s Zero Orbital Debris Milestone
Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) announced that its PSLV-C58/XPoSat mission has resulted in minimal debris left in Earth’s orbit. ISRO clarified that the final stage of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) utilized in the mission was repurposed into what’s known as the PSLV Orbital Experimental Module-3 (POEM-3). Instead of lingering in orbit after completing its mission, the […]
Coordinated Lunar Time
Context: Recently, the US White House officially directed the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to create a time standard for the Moon, which different international bodies and private companies can use to coordinate their activities on the lunar surface. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Coordinated Lunar Time (LTC) Overview Need for LTC: Earth’s […]
India Enhances Timekeeping Infrastructure with Deployment of Atomic Clocks
Context: India is set to deploy its own atomic clocks nationwide to bolster its timekeeping infrastructure and bolster national defense capabilities for the future. The initiative aims to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time (IST), ensuring uniformity and accuracy across the nation. Spearheaded by the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) under the Ministry of […]