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PYTHON TISSUE ANALYSIS FOR POLLUTANTS
In Florida’s Everglades, Burmese pythons are helping scientists track pollution- Bittu Tabahi cleaned MP’s polluted Ajnar River by hand for months; now Dutch CEO says ‘come work for us’
- F&O Talk: Nifty indicating little evidence of sustained recovery, says Sudeep Shah; outlines BSE, Groww strategy amid CAS
- Rio to take a leaf out of Gujarat's 'Green' playbookGujarat's innovative emissions trading system has achieved significant pollution reduction. This successful model is now being adopted by o...05 Sep, 2026, 01.50 AM IST
- Science says chilli burns your mouth without actually burning it, here’s what capsaicin does to your nervesThe sensation after biting into a hot chilli can be intense: your mouth may feel as though it is on fire. Your lips can tingle, your tongue...04 Sep, 2026, 08.34 PM IST
- In 2007, ESA sent 3,000 tardigrades into low Earth orbit; after 10 days of vacuum and UV-A/UV-B exposure, 68% revived upon rehydrationKnown for their resilience, tardigrades have astonishingly withstood the harsh conditions of outer space. Their unique protein showcases an...04 Sep, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
- In 1967, NASA flew flour beetle pupae on Biosatellite II for 45 hours; radiation and weightlessness raised wing abnormalities in flight from 29.9% to 44.8%During the 1967 Biosatellite II mission, flour beetles displayed notable wing deformities, underscoring how weightlessness amplified the ad...04 Sep, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
- 7 months, 7 fronts: States draw up action plan for pollution seasonStates submitted action plans for Delhi-NCR's pollution season. Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav reviewed these plans for implementatio...04 Sep, 2026, 08.58 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
- In 2024, Florida scientists found a hidden trail left behind by invasive snakes — their DNA can linger in water and soil even after they disappearA 2024 study by Florida scientists found that invasive snakes can be detected through traces of DNA left behind in water and soil. The new ...03 Sep, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
- In 2011, Illinois' Algonquin secured $1 million for a Woods Creek watershed plan. 10 years later, 27 projects costing $4.8 million had reduced pollution and improved the watershed for residentsThe Woods Creek watershed in Illinois became the focus of a long-term restoration effort after the Village of Algonquin received more than ...02 Sep, 2026, 11.25 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
- RMIT engineers mixed 1% recycled cigarette butts into fired-clay bricks, and the bricks matched standard strength while cutting firing energy by 10%In Melbourne, engineers are pioneering a groundbreaking technique to integrate discarded cigarette butts into building bricks. This eco-fri...02 Sep, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
- In Australia, worker loses thumb in factory accident; Plastic surgeon rebuilds it using her second toe after 12-hour operationToe-to-thumb surgery: A 40-year-old East Timorese worker in Queensland who lost her left thumb in a factory accident has regained hope afte...01 Sep, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
- A 2026 Brazilian study followed 30 Bothrops snakebite patients for 48 hours after antivenom and found that mild cases gradually restored the molecular balance needed for tissue repair, while severe cases remained dysregulated, suggesting the body’s response may influence recoveryA 2026 Brazilian study found persistent molecular disruption in severe snakebite patients. These molecules are involved in tissue breakdown...01 Sep, 2026, 10.46 AM IST
- In 2005, NASA flew five thick-toed geckos aboard Foton-M2 for 16 days without food or water; all were recovered with no apparent negative health effectsFive geckos orbited Earth for sixteen days without food or water. Researchers studied how weightlessness affects these cold-blooded animals...31 Aug, 2026, 07.54 PM IST
- 125-million-year-old crocodile fossil reveals shocking details - UV light exposes traces of skin, sensory structures and possible color patternA fascinating 125-million-year-old crocodile fossil found in Spain has unveiled remarkable insights into prehistoric life. Through the use ...31 Aug, 2026, 12.08 PM IST
- In 1998, HHPC launched a pollution-control plan for New York's Hempstead Harbor. 13 years later, its northern segment reopened to shellfishing after being closed for more than 40 yearsThe restoration of northern Hempstead Harbor in Nassau County, New York, demonstrates how long-term cooperation and pollution-control measu...29 Aug, 2026, 11.29 PM IST
- Feast of Bones: How Burmese pythons neutralize deadly calcium surges when eating prey wholeBurmese pythons have evolved unique intestinal cells that help maintain their mineral balance. These specialized cells are responsible for ...29 Aug, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
- In 1998, New York listed Keuka Lake as impaired after DDT contamination. 16 years later, fish-tissue data led officials to remove the lake from the impaired waters listKeuka Lake DDT cleanup shows how a pesticide banned decades ago kept affecting fish through contaminated soil and runoff. The problem began...28 Aug, 2026, 09.01 PM IST
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