Unravelling Tuberculosis: How Mycobacterium tuberculosis Evades the Immune System Sub :Sci Sec :Health Why in News Researchers from CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Hyderabad have made significant strides in understanding how Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb), the bacteria responsible for tuberculosis (TB), evades the immune response. A recent study published in the journal […]
The Haber-Bosch Process: A Revolution in Agriculture with Environmental Concerns Sub :Sci Sec :Chemistry Why in News The Haber-Bosch process, responsible for the mass production of ammonia used in fertilizers, has drastically impacted global food production. However, its environmental consequences and long-term sustainability have raised concerns among scientists and environmentalists. The Chemistry Behind […]
Why SpaceX ‘catching’ Starship booster with robotic arms is significant Sub: Sci Sec: Space sector Context: A pair of giant robotic arms caught the more than 70-metre-long first-stage booster of SpaceX’s Starship, bringing SpaceX a step closer to its goal of building a fully and rapidly reusable rocket system. About the Mission: Launch: […]
Issues in the treatment of ‘rare diseases’, and what the govt can do Sub : Sci Sec :Health Context: Recently, the Delhi High Court provided directives to enhance the availability of orphan drugs, which are medications designed for treating rare diseases. About Rare Diseases: According to WHO, rare diseases are debilitating, lifelong conditions […]
Advancing Precision Medicine in India: The Need for Biobank Regulations Sub : Sci Sec : Health Why in News India’s push for precision medicine is facing a significant hurdle due to the lack of comprehensive biobank regulations. While biobanks play a critical role in medical research, especially in advancing precision medicine, India’s inconsistent […]
What are ‘dragon drones’, the latest weapon being used in Russia-Ukraine war? Sub :Sci Sec: Defence Context: A new weapon, nicknamed “dragon drone,” has emerged in the Russia-Ukraine war. Both sides have shared videos showing drones seemingly raining down fire. What are Dragon Drones? Dragon drones release thermite—a mixture of aluminium and iron […]
US to send Israel THAAD missile defence system Sub: Sci Sec: Defence Context: the United States will send a Terminal High Altitude Area Defence battery (THAAD) and troops to Israel amid its ongoing offensive against the Hezbollah. Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system: THAAD system is an advanced anti-ballistic missile defence system […]