In 2021, NASA grew Hatch chile peppers on the International Space Station; over 137 days, the plants produced harvestable fruit with unusually straight stemsIn 2021, NASA astronauts successfully cultivated Hatch chile peppers aboard the International Space Station, observing that the lack of gra...
04 Sep, 2026, 08.27 PM IST
In 1992, NASA studied C. elegans worms exposed to space radiation on IML-1; the experiment reported higher mutation rates than in ground controlsIn 1992, micro worms unveiled the troubling effects of space radiation on DNA, showcasing considerable genetic harm to these minuscule crea...
04 Sep, 2026, 01.20 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
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
Are you born with your personality? Scientists have uncovered genetic clues to the traits that may shape who you becomeNew research reveals genetic variants influence personality traits like extraversion and conscientiousness. These genetic associations are ...
03 Sep, 2026, 11.43 PM IST
Science says trees can send chemical warnings and SOS signals through the air, what plants do when danger strikesThe popular idea of trees sending messages to one another through a forest is fascinating, but scientists caution against oversimplifying t...
03 Sep, 2026, 11.05 PM IST
5 flowering plants that can bloom indoors almost all year and brighten up your homeWant flowers indoors for most of the year? African violets, peace lilies, anthuriums, Christmas cacti and kalanchoes can add colourful bloo...
03 Sep, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
Thursday Motivation Quote by Agatha Christie: 'Never do anything yourself that others...' - Why this powerful life lesson from the 'Queen of Mystery' can help you work smarter, reduce pressure, save valuable time and recognize that asking for help is not a weakness but a sign of wisdomThursday Motivation by Agatha Christie: In her insightful quote, Christie emphasized the importance of smart delegation for mastering time ...
03 Sep, 2026, 08.19 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
Nasa scientists grew corn seeds in space and found something strange: How microgravity confused roots & shoots that normally know exactly which way to growNasa scientists grew corn seeds in space: NASA conducted an intriguing experiment on corn seeds grown in the absence of gravity’s guiding f...
02 Sep, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
Science says butterflies taste with their feet, here’s why evolution put chemical sensors on their legsButterflies have specialized sensory structures on their legs, known as gustatory sensilla, that allow them to detect chemicals when they l...
01 Sep, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
In 1952, a 19-year-old who could barely dance starred in movie musical. Decades later, it was named America’s greatestOriginally met with a lukewarm response, Singin' in the Rain evolved into a timeless musical masterpiece. Young Debbie Reynolds, who had li...
29 Aug, 2026, 09.59 PM IST
Not an animal, but one popular fruit shares 60% of human genes. Genetic expert says it’s not shocking: ‘There’s a lot of things we do the same way…'Who doesn’t like to munch on a banana or two during the summer? Although a guilty pleasure for those with high blood sugar levels, it remai...
28 Aug, 2026, 08.56 PM IST
Plants react to damage, but can they feel pain like humans? Here's what science saysPlants exhibit dynamic responses to environmental stress and damage. However, they lack brains and nervous systems to feel pain. Internal e...
28 Aug, 2026, 11.42 AM IST
WHO renews Science Council as AI, gene editing and emerging technologies reshape global healthThe World Health Organization has renewed its Science Council with twenty-one global experts. This council will advise on emerging technolo...
27 Aug, 2026, 11.44 PM IST
NASA germinated corn seeds during spaceflight; seedlings showed altered root growth and twisted shoot patterns in microgravityIn a groundbreaking experiment, corn seeds grown in space exhibited unusual growth patterns, with roots growing sideways and shoots curling...
21 Aug, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
In the early 2020s, Hebrew University scientists edited 2 tomato genes involved in flower development and fertilization. Now, the plants can produce seedless fruit without fertilization and deliver more than 18 times as many fruits early in winterTomato gene editing: Hebrew University researchers edited tomato genes to boost fruit production significantly. These gene-edited plants ca...
14 Aug, 2026, 05.40 PM IST