2024 Physics Nobel Laureates: Pioneers of Artificial Neural Networks and Their Role in AI Sub : Sci Sec: Awareness in IT and Computers Why in News On October 8, 2024, John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for their ground breaking contributions to artificial neural networks (ANNs). Their […]
Impact of Technological Advancements on Protein Studies: Insights from 2024 Chemistry Nobel Laureates Sub : Sci Sec: Awareness in IT and Computers Why in News The 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was jointly awarded to David Baker, Demis Hassabis, and John Jumper for their significant contributions to protein research, particularly in protein structure […]
Revolutionary Discovery of MicroRNA: Unlocking the Secrets of Gene Regulation Sub : Sci Sec: Biotech Why in News The Nobel Prize in Medicine for 2024 was awarded to Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for their ground breaking discovery of microRNA and its role in post-transcriptional gene regulation. This discovery has opened new doors […]
Emergency contraceptive pills need no prescription Sub: Sci Sec: Health Context: The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has denied recent claims suggesting a shift of Emergency Contraceptive Pills (ECPs) from over-the-counter status to prescription-only. There has been no change in the sales and distribution status of ECP brands like I-Pill and Unwanted-72. […]
Nobel Peace Prize 2024: Honouring N-bomb Survivors and the Disarmament Movement Sub: Sci Sec: Nuclear sector Why in News The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese organization representing survivors of the atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. This recognition brings attention to the global movement for nuclear […]
Why Delhi HC allowed a 60-year-old couple to access dead son’s sperm Sub: Sci Sec: Biotech Context: The Delhi High Court recently granted a couple in their sixties access to their deceased son’s sperm sample, enabling the possibility of posthumous assisted reproduction. About the case: A couple in their sixties sought access to […]
OpenSAFELY: A Game-Changer in Health Data Transparency and Privacy Sub: Sci Sec: Health Why in News The OpenSAFELY platform, developed by Ben Goldacre and his team at the University of Oxford, has revolutionized access to health data in the U.K. by ensuring privacy while offering a transparent system for researchers. This system is […]
The Rise of AI-Generated Synthetic Medical Images: New Frontier or Potential Pitfall? Sub: Sci Sec: Health Why in News The growing use of synthetic medical images, generated by artificial intelligence (AI), has sparked significant interest in healthcare and research. These images offer a scalable, cost-effective solution to the challenge of acquiring high-quality medical […]
Why deaths occur due to heat stroke Sub : Sci Sec: Health Context: The recent airshow in Chennai, resulting in five fatalities and numerous cases of heat-related illnesses highlighted the dangers of prolonged heat exposure. What is a heat stroke: Heat stroke, also known as sun-stroke is a condition caused by excess heat in […]
Breakthrough in Protein Design and Structure Prediction Wins 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry Sub : Sci Sec: Chemistry Why in News The 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded jointly to David Baker, Demis Hassabis, and John Jumper for their ground breaking contributions in computational protein design and structure prediction. The award highlights […]