Down To Earth
The politics and economics of mpox
Africa's mpox epidemic stems from delayed responses, neglect of its health risks and the stark vaccine apartheid
4 min |
September 16, 2024
Down To Earth
Emerging risks
Even as the world gets set to eliminate substances threatening the ozone layer, climate change and space advancement pose new challenges.
3 min |
September 16, 2024
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'The project will facilitate physical and cultural decimation of indigenous people'
The Great Nicobar Project has all the hallmarks of a disaster-seismic, ecological, human. Why did it get the go-ahead?
3 min |
September 16, 2024
Down To Earth
MANY MYTHS OF CHIPKO
Misconceptions about the Chipko movement have overshadowed its true objectives.
4 min |
September 16, 2024
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TASTE IT RED
Popularity of Karnataka's red jackfruit shows how biodiversity can be conserved by ensuring that communities benefit from it
4 min |
September 16, 2024
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India sees unusual monsoon patterns
THE 2024 southwest monsoon has, between June 1 and September 1, led to excess rainfall in western and southern states such as Gujarat, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, while others like Nagaland, Manipur and Punjab recorded a deficit.
1 min |
September 16, 2024
Down To Earth
Festering troubles
The Democratic Republic of Congo struggles to contain mpox amid vaccine delays, conflict and fragile healthcare.
3 min |
September 16, 2024
Scientific India
Krishi Vigyan Kendras: Working for Farmer's Welfare
Krishi Vigyan Kendras (Farm Science Centres) are the District level institution serving as an agriculture knowledge resource & capacity development centre which plays indispensable role in front line extension regarding agriculture system in scientific way.
4 min |
July-August 2024
Scientific India
Global Rise in Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Consumption Among Youth
A global analysis of dietary habits among children and adolescents across 185 countries has highlighted a notable increase in the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages.
1 min |
July-August 2024
Scientific India
Sugar Intake: How Much is Too Much?
Sugars are a type of carbohydrate, and as with other carbohydrates they contain carbon, hydrogen and oxygen molecules. Carbohydrates, are an important part of a healthy diet, as are proteins and fats. Except for dietary fiber, when carbohydrates are consumed they are digested and broken down into glucose, which serves as an energy source for most tissues in the human body. Glucose is a preferred source of energy for red blood cells, the central nervous system, and the brain. Except for dietary fiber, carbohydrates provide approximately 4 calories per gram.
2 min |
July-August 2024
Scientific India
Pectin: An Esteemed Plant-Derived Molecule in the Food Industry
This article provides a concise overview of the significance of pectin, a plant-derived molecule, in the food industry.
8 min |
July-August 2024
Scientific India
Skip the Antibacterial Soap: Use Plain Soap and Water
When you buy soaps and body washes, do you reach for products labeled \"antibacterial\" hoping they'll keep your family safer? Do you think those products will lower your risk of getting sick, spreading germs or being infected? According to the U.S.
2 min |
July-August 2024
Scientific India
From Ancient Roots to Modern Remedies: The Timeless Value of Turkey Berry in Nature's Healing Arsena
The Timeless Value of Turkey Berry in Traditional and Modern Medicine
7 min |
July-August 2024
Scientific India
How does excess sugar affect the developing brain throughout childhood and adolescence
Parents often stress about their kids' sugar intake, but it can be hard to know how much is too much or what to do about it.
3 min |
July-August 2024
Scientific India
Massive Underground Water Reservoir Found on Mars
Scientists have discovered a reservoir of liquid water on Mars deep in the rocky outer crust of the planet.
1 min |
July-August 2024
Scientific India
Tofu: The Budget-Friendly Superfood for Vegetarians
Tofu is a plant-based protein-rich food item that can be easily prepared at the household level with limited resources.
3 min |
July-August 2024
Scientific India
Massive biomolecular shifts occur in our 40s and 60s
If it's ever felt like everything in your body is breaking down at once, that might not be your imagination.
3 min |
July-August 2024
Scientific India
Sixth generation Computer: The future computing technology
We are in a transition towards a digital world, where everything will be dealt with in digital format.
4 min |
July-August 2024
Scientific India
Exploring the Marvels of Carbon Quantum Dots: A Leap into the Future of Nanotechnology
In the ever-changing world of nanotechnology, carbon quantum dots (CQDs) have emerged as super tiny but incredibly powerful entities that have massive potential in various fields.
2 min |
July-August 2024
Scientific India
Sniffing Cancer- Honeybee, a potential cancer detector?
Imagine harnessing the super-sense of a honeybee to sniff out lung cancer.
3 min |
July-August 2024
Sasthragathy
കേരളത്തിലെ എൻട്രൻസ് പരീക്ഷ പരിശോധനയ്ക്ക് വിധേയമാക്കുമ്പോൾ
പ്രൊഫഷണൽ വിദ്യാഭ്യാസം ഡാറ്റാ പരിവർത്തനത്തിലൂടെ വിശകലനം നടത്തേണ്ട സാഹചര്യത്തെക്കുറിച്ച് വിശദീകരിക്കുന്നു. കേരളത്തിൽ വ്യത്യസ്ത സിലബസ്സിൽ പഠിക്കുന്ന കുട്ടികൾക്ക് എൻട്രൻസ് പരീക്ഷയിൽ ലഭിക്കുന്ന സ്കോറിന്റെ ഏറ്റക്കുറച്ചിലു കൾക്കുള്ള കാരണം വിശദീകരിക്കുന്നു. ഗ്ലോബൽ ശരാശരിയും സ്റ്റാൻഡേർഡ് ഡീവിയേ ഷനും എന്താണെന്നും അവ കണക്കാക്കുന്ന തെങ്ങനെയെന്നും വ്യക്തമാക്കുന്നു.
5 min |
August 2024
Down To Earth
NATURE'S MAPPERS
Reptiles show an ability fo understand and remember spaces, which makes them a natural insect pest controller
3 min |
July 01, 2024
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Pathogen benefit-sharing pact thwarted again
Deep political rifts at WHO leave a critical pandemic treaty hanging in limbo as rich nations baulk at equitable vaccine sharing
4 min |
July 01, 2024
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LOCAL SOLUTIONS
The solution to Sangam Vihar's water supply, sanitation and stormwater problems could lie in decentralised management, suggests a Centre for Science and Environment survey in the unplanned settlement
9 min |
July 01, 2024
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Insured against heat
States and private firms are implementing insurance schemes fo protect livestock rearers against milk production losses caused by heat stress
5 min |
July 01, 2024
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BRACE FOR STILL WINDS
Wind circulations are slowing down across the globe. It may not be immediately apparent in terms of wind speed, which is a local phenomenon. But scientists say global stilling of wind affects almost every aspect of our lives—from unpredictable rainfall to excess heatwaves to frequent or missing storms. It even affects wind energy production and the aviation sector. Evidence shows a clear connection between global warming and wind stilling. Could this be the missing piece in climate models?
5 min |
July 01, 2024
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THE NEW EXTREME EVENT
Wind circulations are slowing in a warming world, adding to the frequency and intensity of extreme events
10+ min |
July 01, 2024
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Ground rules
Space agencies and private players must adhere to exploration norms to ensure integrity of space research
8 min |
July 01, 2024
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CATCHING THE WIND
Wind is the missing piece of the climate change puzzle. But lack of data makes it difficult to model wind systems
6 min |
July 01, 2024
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Business of dirt
The waste management ecosystem is rooted in poverty, politics, colonialism, corporate greed and environmental injustice, with serious consequences to human health
3 min |