DNA metabarcoding
Method that identify species from bulk sample DNA or environmental DNA via high-throughput sequencing of a DNA marker is known as DNA metabarcoding. Any gene or DNA…
Avian flu
Why in news? Avian flu has made its chilling debut in Antarctica, sparking concerns for the vulnerable populations of penguins and seals that have never encountered the…
Characterisation of Ejecta Halo on the Lunar Surface Around Chandrayaan-3 Vikram Lander
A recent finding by Indian Space Research Organisation says: “When a helicopter lands on an open field, it kicks off a dust storm and particles are strewn…
Reference fuels – the calibration and testing fuels
Recently, ‘Reference Gasoline and Diesel Fuels’ was launched which is produced by Indian Oil for the first time in India. This is the first time that India…
Integrated theatre commands
Why in news? The Armed Forces have narrowed down the final contours of the integrated theatre commands with a proposal for theatre commanders under a national defence…
Metaverse – Building Blocks, Challenges and Opportunities
What is Metaverse? The Metaverse is a 3D-enabled virtual reality space that provides digital experiences as an alternative to or a replica of the real world. It…
Artificial intelligence – learning , reasoning and self-correction by machines
What is Artificial intelligence? Artificial intelligence is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems. These processes include learning (the acquisition of information and…
First Flight Test Vehicle Abort Mission-1 (TV-D1) of Gaganyaan
Recently, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully executed the Test Flight Abort Mission, for the Gaganyaan mission. What’s the test mission about? The TV-D1 mission lasted a…
Great Observatories program
NASA’s series of Great Observatories satellites are four large, powerful space-based astronomical telescopes. Each of the four missions was designed to examine a specific wavelength/energy region of…
Bio-medical Waste – Definition and Categories
For Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules 2016 and Amendment 2018 refer Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules 2016 and Amendment 2018 What is bio-medical waste? Bio-medical waste is any solid…