How an Australian connection helped Shaily Mehrotra build a Rs 1,500-crore Indian skincare brandA gap in science-backed skincare products in the Indian market prompted Shaily Mehrotra to start Fixderma, with an aim to solve common skin...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
Business as second nature: Biomimicry offers a framework to shift from replication to innovation using natural principles05 Jun, 2026, 12.06 AM IST
Scientists found rare microscopic Ice Age giant residues on ancient tools in the Carolinas, and it changed what they knew about early American huntersArchaeologists in the Carolinas have found direct evidence of Ice Age hunters killing megafauna. Using advanced protein residue and microsc...
26 May, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
Scientists finally figured out how mosquitoes track and bite humansMosquitoes possess a hidden sense: they track your body heat using infrared radiation. Researchers discovered this ability, which, when com...
12 May, 2026, 06.45 PM IST
The ugliest animal on Earth may be humanity's best hope for living longer — here's the scienceNaked mole rats, known for their longevity and cancer resistance, possess high levels of a protective molecule called HMW-HA. Researchers s...
12 May, 2026, 05.32 AM IST
Scientists just found the holy grail gene that could let humans regrow their own limbs one dayScientists studying naked mole rats discovered a gene linked to high levels of high molecular weight hyaluronic acid (HMW-HA), a substance ...
11 May, 2026, 11.52 PM IST
Your long fingernails can finally stop being a smartphone nightmareLong nails often make touchscreen use a challenge. Researchers are developing a conductive nail polish, incorporating compounds like taurin...
08 May, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
Wearable tech powered by sweat could eliminate the need for batteriesScientists in Japan have created a revolutionary wearable device powered by human sweat. This innovative technology uses special enzyme ink...
08 May, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
Why static cling gets worse in winter and the simple hack people useStatic electricity in clothes is a common problem. Many households are now using aluminum foil balls in dryers. This method helps reduce st...
08 May, 2026, 09.39 AM IST
NASA observes Argentina from the International Space Station and detects a gigantic pink heart nearly 10 kilometers wide, whose color does not have as romantic an origin as it seemsA stunning heart-shaped pink lake in Argentina, captured from space, reveals a fascinating scientific story. This vibrant hue is due to sal...
29 Apr, 2026, 08.45 PM IST
How Often Do Snakes Actually Shed?Snakes shed their skin through a process called ecdysis, driven by growth and skin maintenance, not aesthetics. Shedding frequency varies g...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.15 PM IST
Why Experts Say Vinegar and Hydrogen Peroxide Clean Better Together – And the Safe Way to Use ThemDiscover a powerful cleaning duo for your home. Vinegar and hydrogen peroxide, when used one after another, offer an effective and eco-frie...
15 Apr, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
Your sense of smell holds clues to your overall healthSince ancient Greek times, we've known that we smell differently when we are unwell. While we rely on blood analysis today, ancient Greek p...
12 Feb, 2024, 10.05 PM IST
Need to exercise caution while using disinfection chemicals directly on human skin: AMAIThe industry body Alkali Manufacturers Association of India said that there have been recent reports in the media on chemicals like sodium ...
21 Apr, 2020, 01.37 PM IST
Decoded: How lotions, perfumes trigger skin allergyThe chemicals present in consumer products displace natural fat-like molecules - called lipids - in skin cells.
04 Jan, 2020, 12.54 PM IST
Flexible 'skin' for robots to perform everyday tasksIt mimics the way a human finger experiences tension and compression as it slides along a surface or distinguishes among different textures.
18 Oct, 2017, 12.40 PM IST
Biodegradable, flexible electronic device developedZhenan Bao from Stanford University said,"We have been trying to mimic the function of human skin to think about how to develop future elec...
04 May, 2017, 01.53 PM IST