The Nobel-winning breakthrough that turned light into a remote control for the brain, allowing scientists to switch neurons on and offOptogenetics, a groundbreaking technique, enables researchers to control specific neurons using light, providing insights into brain functi...
05 Oct, 2026, 10.42 PM IST
Who is Nobel winner Karl Deisseroth? And all about optogenetics that could restore sight in visually impaired peopleThe 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel for their groundbreakin...
05 Oct, 2026, 06.49 PM IST
Nobel Prize 2026 for Peace award: Who will be awarded Nobel Peace Prize? Can Donald Trump finally be winner this year? Check date, contendersNobel Prize 2026: Experts say the committee, in its process of awarding the prize, typically focuses on the durability of peace, the promot...
05 Oct, 2026, 06.47 PM IST
Nobel Prize 2026 in Physiology or Medicine awarded to Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg NagelKarl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel were awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. They were recognized for thei...
05 Oct, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
Nobel Prize explained: Who can nominate candidates and how are winners chosen?A Nobel nomination does not amount to an endorsement by the Nobel institutions, with thousands of candidates put forward each year by eligi...
05 Oct, 2026, 03.47 PM IST
Nobel 2026: Ozempic, Mounjaro research tipped for medicine prizeThe 2026 Nobel season is set to reveal the winners of various prestigious awards, starting with medicine. The medicine prize is anticipated...
05 Oct, 2026, 07.31 AM IST
A galactic Nobel? Experts float the International Space Station among contenders for the Peace PrizeThe International Space Station, global humanitarian groups and international courts are among the names being discussed ahead of the 2026 ...
02 Oct, 2026, 10.48 AM IST
Trump will not win this year's Nobel Peace Prize, but he may influence who doesThis year's Nobel Peace Prize is anticipated to avoid controversial choices due to Trump's influence. Experts believe awarding the prize co...
01 Oct, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
2026 Nobel Prize Predictions: From GLP-1 drugs and CAR-T therapy to gene editing, these breakthroughs could take centre stagePredictions for the 2026 Nobel Prizes in science highlight significant contributions in areas like GLP-1 research and cancer therapies. Car...
30 Sep, 2026, 07.16 PM IST
Mark Carney stood up to Trump. Now Nobel Prize and Time honours are in the conversationMark Carney has gained prominence in 2026 through his confrontational approach towards Donald Trump over trade issues. His rising internati...
30 Sep, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
UN AI experts warn against 'apocalyptic' rhetoric on risksSeveral experts on a United Nations artificial intelligence committee warned Monday against the apocalyptic rhetoric used by some professio...
22 Sep, 2026, 08.14 AM IST
Who is Michael Kremer, the Nobel laureate set to become World Bank’s next chief economist?Nobel laureate Michael Kremer will become the World Bank's next chief economist. He is recognized for his experimental approach to alleviat...
16 Sep, 2026, 04.58 PM IST
Quote of the day by Barack Obama: "Cynicism is a cheap commodity. It’s easier to dismiss the..." — Powerful life lessons from an inspirational quote on cynicism, resilience, responsibility, perseverance, change and audaciousQuote of the day by Barack Obama: Barack Obama’s quote challenges the comfort of cynicism and reminds us that dismissing the world is easie...
15 Sep, 2026, 08.36 AM IST
Quote of the day by Mother Teresa: 'Peace begins with...' Life lessons from inspirational quote on kindness, simplicity, connection, inner warmth and harmonyQuote of the day by Mother Teresa, “Peace begins with a smile,” explains how peace can begin through simple acts of kindness. The message c...
04 Sep, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
Quote of the day by Albert Einstein: 'Everything is determined, every beginning and ending, by forces over which we have no control...' - Why the concept of free will might be an illusion explained by the genius scientisAlbert Einstein’s quote about an “invisible piper” offers a thought-provoking view of fate, free will and the forces that shape life beyond...
29 Aug, 2026, 08.54 PM IST
Wednesday Motivation Quote by Jean-Paul Sartre: 'Only the guy who isn't rowing has time to...' - French philosopher’s timeless lesson on focus, effort and why action matters more than distractionJean-Paul Sartre's profound insight emphasizes the significance of effort and personal responsibility in our undertakings. As a prominent e...
26 Aug, 2026, 08.21 AM IST
Quote of the day by Albert Camus: ‘We always deceive ourselves twice about the people we love. First to their advantage, then...’ — French philosopher on how we romanticize our partners instead of seeing who they really areAlbert Camus quote of the day: Albert Camus’ quote suggests that the affection we feel for our partners can sometimes be based on an ideali...
18 Aug, 2026, 05.19 PM IST