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Coral reef thought to be dead for 60 years found alive off Africa's Benin coast. Scientists spot fish and coral deep underwater- What is CosmicWatch? How a $100 detector can spot invisible particles 'muons' raining down from space
- The US eradicated this flesh-eating parasite decades ago. Now it is detected in Texas and New Mexico
- In 1851, over 800 abandoned ships filled San Francisco’s Yerba Buena Cove; some were turned into hotels, salons, churches, while others became museum relicsBeneath San Francisco’s bustling streets lies a forgotten maritime past. During the Gold Rush of 1849, thousands of fortune seekers arrived...15 Sep, 2026, 08.25 PM IST
- In 1917, German submarine UC-30 sank during World War I - it’s still leaking toxic chemicals more than a century laterThe UC-30, a World War I German submarine, remains a significant source of TNT pollution in the North Sea, a century after its sinking. Sci...15 Sep, 2026, 01.28 PM IST
- What is 'serial cyclone clustering'? Back-to-back Arctic storms can double sea ice loss, study findsThe Arctic is experiencing intensified sea ice destruction due to consecutive storm clusters, which cause double the damage compared to sol...14 Sep, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
- Cancer cases worldwide could rise nearly 70% by 2050, new study finds; Every 5th person on the globe may develop cancer in their lifetime - Researchers explain why there is still hopeAccording to estimates, global cancer cases could rise by an alarming 67 percent by 2050. Research indicates that nearly half of cancer-rel...08 Sep, 2026, 01.47 PM IST
- A 2024 study claims positive travel experiences help slow aging and boost overall health through new environments and physical activityRecent studies indicate that traveling can play a vital role in decelerating biological aging. Engaging in positive travel experiences enha...05 Sep, 2026, 09.23 AM IST
- Scientists may have found a major reason why we age after uncovering a hidden immune system breakdownAging research: New research reveals aging impairs immune cell cleanup functions. Senescent neutrophils accumulate, contributing to harmful...04 Sep, 2026, 02.24 AM IST
- Why does the human brain take so long to develop? Scientists find a gene that may provide a clue about our extraordinary brainpower, cognitive abilitiesA human-specific gene influences brain immune cell development. These cells, called microglia, mature much slower than in mice. This extend...02 Sep, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
- Why did scientists ask 1,000 Swiss people to bury their underwear? What the buried 'underpants' could reveal about soil - The unusual science of measuring soil healthThe decomposition of cotton underwear has unveiled notable differences in soil biological activity throughout Switzerland. Private gardens ...31 Aug, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
- In 2000, 4 WPI students built a $400-per-intersection system to help blind pedestrians find crosswalk buttons. 26 years later, locator tones are standard features of accessible pedestrian signals across U.S. citiesIn 2000, Worcester Polytechnic Institute students developed the “Crosswalk Button Locator,” a low-cost system designed to help blind and vi...28 Aug, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
- In 2000, Australian scientists tricked grapevines into conserving water by drying half their roots. 26 years later, PRD remains a technique that can maintain yields while cutting irrigation by 50%Australian scientists developed Partial Rootzone Drying (PRD), an irrigation approach designed to reduce water use while maintaining commer...28 Aug, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
- In 2000, Purdue University researchers tested a sensing chair on 30 people, achieving 96% posture accuracy. Years later, the project still stands as an early example of pressure-sensing technology envisioned for smarter furniture and carsIn 2000, Purdue University researchers developed a modified office chair that used pressure sensors and computer software to identify how p...27 Aug, 2026, 11.25 PM IST
- In 2000, Spanish scientists used low-level UV light to triple resveratrol content in wine grapes. 2 years later, that same research team found one grape variety's antioxidant levels had jumped an unbelievable threefoldLow-level ultraviolet irradiation and refrigeration can significantly boost resveratrol levels in grapes. This treatment can make wine a mo...26 Aug, 2026, 10.05 PM IST
- In 2000, a Spanish researcher found up to 7 micrograms of neuroactive alkaloids in every gram of chocolate. 26 years later, the finding still adds a chemical clue to the mystery of chocolate cravingsResearchers found neuroactive alkaloids called tetrahydro-beta-carbolines in chocolate. These compounds are also present in alcoholic bever...26 Aug, 2026, 10.05 PM IST
- In 2000, NASA’s Galileo spacecraft mapped Jupiter's moon Io’s volcanoes at temperatures above 1,000°C. 26 years later, the data still reveal one of the solar system’s strangest volcanic worldsGalileo spacecraft data revealed Io's extraordinary volcanic landscape and intense heat. Pele volcano showed temperatures reaching 1,500 de...26 Aug, 2026, 08.13 PM IST
- In 1997, University of Florida spent 10 years developing a mosquito “diet pill.” Today, larvae fed the hormone-treated algae starve within 72 hours, offering an eco-friendly way to fight disease-carrying pestsA University of Florida scientist developed a mosquito "diet pill" using a digestive hormone. This hormone is delivered through algae, whic...26 Aug, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
- In 1997, Thomas Jefferson University tested a digital X-ray system that could replace film. 29 years later, digital radiography is standard, with images available in seconds instead of waiting for film processingThomas Jefferson University Hospital studied DirectRay digital X-ray technology in 1997. This new system offered faster image processing an...25 Aug, 2026, 11.21 PM IST
- In 1997, NASA sent a lightning sensor into orbit aboard TRMM to study storms. 29 years later, the mission’s data still helps scientists understand lightning, rainfall and climateNASA's Lightning Imaging Sensor aboard TRMM studied lightning's role in weather. Earlier missions observed lightning from space, revealing ...25 Aug, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
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