The Story Behind Human IntelligenceAncient primates displayed early signs of intelligence, with tool use and problem-solving evolving gradually. The "social brain theory" hig...
21 Apr, 2026, 06.26 PM IST
From crown to uniform: Kashish Methwani’s journey from Miss India to Army officer, check her inspiring storyKashish Methwani, Miss International India 2023, has been commissioned into the Indian Army's Air Defence Regiment after rigorous training ...
12 Apr, 2026, 11.24 AM IST
Are Octopuses Capable of Empathy? Science Isn’t So Sure YetIntriguing observations suggest octopuses might exhibit empathy towards injured companions, challenging their solitary reputation. While ty...
27 Mar, 2026, 12.27 PM IST
King's College London opens new round of scholarships for Indian studentsThe Vice-Chancellor's Awards will offer 5,000 pounds in fee reductions for up to 40 students from India as they study full-time on campus a...
09 Feb, 2026, 09.13 PM IST
Meet Indian-origin Akshay Jagadeesh, new research resident at OpenAIGiven his deep understanding of the human brain and neuroscience, in his new role, Jagadeesh will focus on advancing safety research to mak...
09 Sep, 2025, 06.53 PM IST
How Elon Musk's Neuralink brain chip took a paralysed man from waiting rooms to Mario Kart racesEighteen months after becoming the first person implanted with Elon Musk’s Neuralink brain chip, Noland Arbaugh says his life has been resh...
26 Aug, 2025, 02.31 PM IST
MDI Gurgaon unveils new curriculum focused on AI, neuroscience, and sustainability for 2025-26MDI Gurgaon is updating its curriculum to include AI, neuroscience, and sustainability to meet the evolving business demands. New course of...
12 Mar, 2025, 05.04 PM IST
Why was Mayim Bialik removed from Jeopardy? Sony's response following the actress's social media announcementMayim Bialik, renowned for her roles in Blossom and The Big Bang Theory, has opted to depart from her co-hosting role on the legendary game...
17 Dec, 2023, 08.02 PM IST
Govt amends assessment guidelines for learning disabilityIn a gazette notification, the government said psychiatrists have also been included in the medical authority for assessment of Specific Le...
17 Dec, 2020, 07.48 PM IST
India facing possible mental health epidemic, warns PresidentSpeaking at the 22nd convocation of the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences here (NIMHANS), he called for addressing the ...
30 Dec, 2017, 06.21 PM IST
Donald Trump sends Indian-American Vishal J Amin's name to Senate for 'IP czar'Amin received his bachelor's degree in neuroscience from Johns Hopkins University and his law degree from Washington University in St Louis.
26 Apr, 2017, 01.06 PM IST
Donald Trump nominates Indian-American Vishal Amin as his 'IP czar'If confirmed by the US Senate, Amin would succeed Daniel Marti. Amin is currently a Senior Counsel on House Judiciary Committee.
08 Apr, 2017, 11.31 AM IST
IISc researchers developing machine that can understand 'worldview'Automating decisions could save cos huge amounts of money and reduce man power, wh ich can be instead used for more critical tasks
24 Feb, 2017, 10.45 AM IST
What happens in the brain when you take difficult decisions?While decision making increases, activity in a part of the brain that is crucial to making coherent thoughts also increases.
28 May, 2016, 04.33 PM IST
Short memory delay leads to errors in lifeBrain initially reflects the goal accurately but errors accumulate during a memory delay and further escalate during the final action, say ...
21 Apr, 2016, 12.53 PM IST
- 4 Indian-American scientists receive US presidential award
Barack Obama has named four Indian-American scientists among 96 researchers as recipients of the prestigious Presidential Early Career Awar...
24 Jul, 2012, 11.43 AM IST
- US presidential award for three Indian American scientists
Obama has named three Indian American scientists among 96 researchers as recipients of the Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists ...
24 Jul, 2012, 10.37 AM IST