Volcanoes sparked `Jurassic ice age`
The scientists found that the cooling coincided with a large-scale volcanic event, called the North Sea Dome.
Dec 12, 2015, 09:03 AM IST
Scientists discover secret of painless life
Broad-spectrum sodium channel blockers are used as local anaesthetics, but they are not suitable for long-term pain management as they cause complete numbness and can have serious side-effects over time.
Dec 05, 2015, 16:24 PM IST
Human, birds have similar sound systems
With each oscillation the larynx closes and opens, making the airflow stop and start, which creates sound pulses.
Nov 29, 2015, 14:00 PM IST
'Fourth strand' of ancient European ancestry spread to India
Researchers say this strand of ancestry may have flowed into the region with the bringers of Indo-Aryan languages.
Nov 17, 2015, 15:16 PM IST
Male puberty genetically similar to female timing
Previous work had identified 106 genetic variants that alter puberty timing in females.
Nov 10, 2015, 16:46 PM IST
Scientists develop super sensitive magnetic sensor
The discovery of magnetoresistance paved the way for magnetic field sensors used in hard disk drives and other devices, revolutionising how data is stored and read.
Nov 01, 2015, 14:57 PM IST
New tech produces lighter, long-lasting batteries from silicon
The new silicon battery technology promises a 40 to 60 per cent increase in energy density, which is important for consumers with smartphones, smart homes and smart wearables.
Oct 27, 2015, 18:57 PM IST
Researchers identify potential target for treating scleroderma
The scar-like tissue in fibrosis cause the affected areas to stiffen, swell, and eventually lose their normal function.
Oct 16, 2015, 18:54 PM IST
Extinct tree-climbing human was handy with its feet as well
Detailed analysis of 107 foot bones indicates that H. naledi was well adapted for standing and walking on two feet, but that it also was likely comfortable climbing trees.
Oct 12, 2015, 08:32 AM IST
New biomarkers can predict HIV relapse in patients
The researchers found that high levels of these biomarkers, attached to 'exhausted' T-cells prior to patients commencing ART, were associated with earlier rebound of the virus following treatment interruption.
Oct 11, 2015, 17:53 PM IST
Diamonds can help identify cancers early
Led by Professor David Reilly from the School of Physics, researchers investigated how nanoscale diamonds could help identify cancers in their earliest stages.
Oct 11, 2015, 16:54 PM IST
Indian-American scientist uses sound waves to control brain cells
In a first, an Indian American researcher from Salk Institute for Biological Studies in California has developed a new way to selectively activate brain, heart, muscle and other cells using ultrasonic sound waves.
Sep 16, 2015, 20:03 PM IST
New model to predict tornadoes seasons in advance
Canadian researchers have developed a new model that could forecast tornado activities several months or even seasons in advance.
Sep 13, 2015, 16:33 PM IST
Cell-free protein manufacturing platform a game-changer
A team of researchers has developed a user-friendly technology to help scientists understand how proteins work and fix them when they are broken.
Sep 13, 2015, 12:22 PM IST
