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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Mumbai

Researchers categorized the microplastics found in Mumbai's mangroves to estimate the extent of the pollution from these tiny threats in the ecosystem.

Delhi

Quantum dots made of Zinc Oxide were capped with polymers to change their optical properties, and they were then used to detect antibiotics.

Bengaluru

In the early hours of Thursday, ISRO finally confirmed the success of the space-docking experiment SpaDex

GenomeIndia is an ambitious national initiative launched in January 2020, funded by India's Department of Biotechnology. The project aims to sequence 10,000 genomes from healthy individuals across the country. GenomeIndia's main objective is to compile a comprehensive catalogue of the genetic variations unique to India's diverse population. This initiative goes beyond merely decoding genes; it seeks to create a detailed reference of the genetic makeup to enhance our understanding of this diversity.

Thiruvananthapuram

A new study finds that machine learning models can identify behavioural cues in zebrafish to correctly predict when the fish is anxious.

Mumbai

Researchers have devised a method for identifying fingerprints based on photos of fingers, negating the need to physically touch a scanner.

Bengaluru

The winners of the Infosys Prize 2024 were awarded their prize at a ceremony held at Taj West End, Bengaluru, on January 11, 2025

Mumbai

Researchers from IIT Bombay used LISS IV satellite imagery to map the Land use land cover changes to the Mumbai and Palghar mangroves and wetland areas.

Indore

A smartphone based safe, secure and robust digital payments system that can work even without the internet.

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