New research reveals that a unique Indian skink species arrived on the subcontinent by rafting across the ocean from Southeast Asia millions of years ago, a journey made possible by fluctuating sea levels.

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A new hydrophobic graphene-based material developed by IITB scientists could support efforts to address fresh water crisis

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A new study finds that using humour to communicate about topics like AI increases a scientist's likeability and credibility.

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For generations, a tiny piece of DNA has mastered the art of inheritance by hijacking the yeast cell’s division machinery, despite providing no known benefit to its host, the yeast.

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Here’s how IIT Bombay’s Laser Remelting technique is fixing weak spots without slowing down production

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A theoretical study demonstrates magnetic force lowers blood pressure fluctuations and stabilises flow, setting the stage for advanced cardiovascular therapies.

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Here’s how IIT Bombay and Indian Railway researchers are making Indian railways more efficient by grouping non-daily trains together for the timetabling process

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The low-cost sensor made of a copper-based metal-organic framework performs as well as DNA based sensor, the gold standard for water quality sensors.

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Offering limited options to choose from for a multiple choice setting recovers more accurate and truthful information than presenting the complete range of options, reveals IIT Bombay study.

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A sustainable and resilient method to reduce wave forces and debris impact during extreme tsunami and coastal flood events

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Combining hydrogen-based processes with advanced catalysts and renewable energy paves the way for developing economically and industrially viable solutions to decarbonise the steel industry

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