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HUMAN LIFESPAN
150-year-old human might already be among us, claims Harvard scientist. His experiment may have unlocked how long we can really live- In the 1950s, two IBM engineers built a new way to store computer data on spinning disks; it held 5 million characters and recalled a record in under 1 second
- 'First we will lose oxygen, then most of our surface water': Supercomputer predicts when life on Earth could end, says it is 'inevitable'
- In 1889, archaeologists went looking for a 2,700-year-old tomb. 137 years later, its monumental burial chamber has emerged with gold, weapons and rare treasuresArchaeologists located an ancient Etruscan tomb at the Polledrara necropolis in Vulci, dating back to the seventh century B.C. The tomb, wh...25 Sep, 2026, 08.46 PM IST
- Could bacteria hold the secret to delaying death? Magnetic microbes extended worm lifespan by more than 43% in a new ageing studyResearchers at Hefei Institutes of Physical Science found that Magnetospirillum magneticum AMB-1 increased the lifespan of C. elegans by 43...25 Sep, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
- A 45-year-old mung bean discovery exposes a hidden threat to the world’s doomsday seed banks — frozen crops may not survive as long as scientists once believedNew research suggests some tropical crops lose viability much sooner than older estimates predicted. Mung beans showed strong germination a...14 Sep, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
- Psychology says people who love celebrating their birthdays aren’t just looking to make the day specialBirthdays have a unique way of making the passage of time feel more noticeable. Unlike an ordinary day, they create clear milestones that d...14 Sep, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
- The moon has water, but can it support a city? Scientists warn lunar settlements could run dry despite billions of tonnes of iceLunar exploration is transforming with plans for permanent settlements and industries. Solar power offers a strong foundation for a lunar e...14 Sep, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
- What if cleaning the air could make the world richer? UN-backed report reveals a $15 return for every $1 spent on pollution and climate actionA UN report highlights that addressing air pollution and climate change together offers economic gains. Coordinated actions could prevent m...07 Sep, 2026, 10.47 PM IST
- In 1994, 300 young male fruit flies flew for 14.5 days on IML-2; repeated video showed their locomotor activity rose sharply while they were in microgravityIn 1994, fruit flies were launched into space, revealing significantly heightened activity levels in microgravity. These flies aged more ra...06 Sep, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
- Psychology says grandparents may treat grandchildren differently from their own children, and it’s not just spoilingThe special bond between grandparents and grandchildren may be less about love being stronger and more about love taking a different form. ...04 Sep, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Immanuel Kant: ‘Two things fill the mind with ever-increasing wonder and awe, the more often…’ – German philosopher on why humanity can seem insignificant and extraordinary at onceImmanuel Kant, a key Enlightenment philosopher, explored human existence's dual nature. He noted the vast universe and our small place with...31 Aug, 2026, 04.01 PM IST
- Grip strength, gait may soon measure biological lifespan, says Dr Prateek SharmaGenes influence lifespan, but lifestyle and environment are crucial for longevity. Biological age will soon be measured by new indicators b...26 Aug, 2026, 12.01 AM IST
- Billionaires from Jeff Bezos, Sam Altman to Peter Thiel are betting on longevity to cheat deathTech billionaires and leaders are investing heavily in longevity research and technologies. They aim to reverse aging and extend healthy hu...21 Aug, 2026, 11.23 PM IST
- Earlier this year, Michigan researchers analyzed lake sturgeon records spanning decades. 300 years later, their findings point to fish still living around the Great lakes for nearly 3 centuriesNew research from Michigan researchers suggests that lake sturgeon in the Great Lakes may live far longer than previously believed. The stu...20 Aug, 2026, 10.59 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Anne Frank: “I want to go on living even after my death...” — a profound life lesson on legacy, gratitude in hardship, self-development and why creative expression allows the human spirit to transcend mortality by the iconic Holocaust diarist known for her poignant wartime journal, remarkable emotional resilience, and unwavering belief in human goodnessQuote of the Day by Anne Frank: “I want to go on living even after my death! And therefore I am grateful...” Written from inside a hidden a...20 Aug, 2026, 09.09 AM IST
- In 2017, Lancet scientists forecast life expectancy across 35 industrialized countries using 21 statistical models. 13 years later, South Korean women are projected to average about 90.8 years, potentially setting a historic human longevity recordSouth Korean women are projected to surpass ninety years of life expectancy by 2030. This milestone is driven by widespread healthcare acce...14 Aug, 2026, 01.46 AM IST
- Scientists develop AI-based framework to show how distinct parts of brain ageNew AI maps brain aging differences across distinct regions. This model reveals how brain changes correlate with cognitive function over ti...04 Aug, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
- Do you consume protein for good health? Scientists say eating less could slow ageing & improve your metabolismNew research suggests that consuming less protein may benefit many adults. According to the review, reducing protein intake could improve m...03 Aug, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
- Researchers say new AI model may predict human lifespanThe tool, built using transformer models similar to those powering large language models like ChatGPT, was trained on a dataset representin...26 Dec, 2023, 08.18 PM IST
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