Extraction of raw materials could rise 60% by 2060 – and making mining ‘greener’ won’t stop the damage Subject: Environment Section: Sustainable development and Agri Context: The upcoming Global Resources Outlook report by the UN International Resource Panel paints a critical picture of the escalating global consumption of raw materials. Details of the […]
Ultradian rhythms: the cycles of life Subject: Environment Section: Climate change Ultradian rhythm: Life on Earth is sustained by various biological cycles, among which the ultradian rhythm is a key cyclic process observed in all living organisms, from single-celled entities to humans. Unlike circadian rhythms that operate on a 24-hour cycle, like the […]
What are IPCC’s assessment reports? Subject: Environment Section: Climate change Context: Since 1988, the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has produced six assessment reports, three special reports, and methodology reports that provide guidelines for estimating greenhouse gas emissions and removal. Details: Three reports from the IPCC’s sixth assessment cycle (AR6) were […]
Daily Prelims Notes 19 February 2024 Table Of Contents What are IPCC’s assessment reports? Ultradian rhythms: the cycles of life Extraction of raw materials could rise 60% by 2060 – and making mining ‘greener’ won’t stop the damage Central Asian Flyway recognised to protect over 600 migratory bird species After PAC nod, hike […]
International light pollution guidelines for migratory species prepared Subject: Environment Section: Pollution Context: The International Light Pollution Guidelines for migratory species were developed in response to the growing concern of light pollution, first acknowledged during the CMS COP 13 meeting in Gandhinagar four years ago. About International Light Pollution Guidelines for migratory species: […]
T cells hold hope against refractory multiple myeloma Subject: Science and tech Section: Health Context: Scientists have engineered a new variant of cancer-fighting T cells that can suppress multiple myeloma tumours in mice while showing superior persistence and endurance compared with standard CAR T cell designs. The new cells’ promising effects and durability […]
India sends assistance to cholera-hit Zambia Subject: IR Section: Places in news In the news: India sent medical and material assistance to Zambia as the southern African country dealt with a deadly cholera outbreak. According to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, the outbreak began in the Zambian capital […]
The bubonic plague is back. Should you be worried? Subject: Science and tech Section: Health Context: Health officials in Oregon, US confirmed the first case of bubonic plague in the state since 2005. More on news: According to various reports, the person probably got the disease from a sick pet cat. Between 1346 […]
Why is the GSLV rocket nicknamed ‘naughty boy’? Subject: Science and tech Section: Space tech Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation’s meteorological satellite, INSAT-3DS, was successfully placed into its intended orbit by Geosynchronous Launch Vehicle F14 (GSLV-F14) on Saturday. More on news: The mission was crucial for the GSLV rocket nicknamed ‘naughty boy’ […]