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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY - November 2014

Nov 2014

Jul 23, 2024

Japanese Scientists Make Robot Face 'Smile' with Living Skin

Japanese scientists devised a way to attach living skin tissue to robotic faces and make them smile, in a breakthrough that holds out promise of applications in cosmetics and medicine.
Researchers at the University of Tokyo grew human skin cells in the shape of a face and pulled it into a wide grin, using embedded ligament-like attachments.
The result, though eerie, is an important step towards building more life-like robots, said lead researcher Shoji Takeuchi.

China Successfully Launches Gaofen 11E Remote-Sensing Satellite

China launched a remote-sensing satellite to fulfil several tasks, according to China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp, the nation's leading space contractor.
The Gaofen 11E was carried by a Long March 4B rocket that lifted off at the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in North China's Shanxi province and successfully arrived in its orbit.
Remote sensing satellites refer to those tasked with observing, surveying, and measuring objects on land or at sea, as well as monitoring weather.

Jul 22, 2024

'Classical and Quantum Communications for 6G' in Chennai

Dr. Neeraj Mittal, Secretary (Telecom) inaugurated a centre of excellence on 'Classical and Quantum Communications for 6G' at IITM Research Park, Chennai. This is a sub-centre of Telecom Centres of Excellence (TCoE)-India and it will spearhead the development and deployment of 6G technology, promising unprecedented speeds, ultra-low latency, and enhanced connectivity.
The centre will serve as a hub for innovation, bringing together academic and industry experts to collaborate on cutting-edge projects. This collaborative environment will foster the development of new applications and services that leverage 6G's capabilities. The centre will play a crucial role in shaping the standards and infrastructure for 6G networks worldwide.

Jul 21, 2024

NASA's Historic Discovery: Six New Exoplanets

NASA achieved a significant milestone with the discovery of six new exoplanets: HD 36384 b, TOI-198 b, TOI-2095 b, TOI-2095 c, TOI-4860 b, and MWC 758 c. This brings the total number of confirmed exoplanets outside our solar system to 5,502, marking a remarkable advancement in our understanding of the universe and the potential for extraterrestrial life.
Approximately 31 years ago, the first exoplanets were confirmed in 1992 with the detection of Poltergeist and Phobetor orbiting the pulsar PSR B1257+12. By March 2022, the count of discovered exoplanets had surpassed 5,000, reflecting the rapid progress in the field.
Characteristics of the Newly Discovered Exoplanets:
HD 36384 b: A super-Jupiter orbiting an M giant star nearly 40 times the size of the Sun.
TOI-198 b: Potentially rocky, located on the inner edge of its star's habitable zone.
TOI-2095 b and TOI-2095 c: Hot super-Earths orbiting the same M dwarf star.
TOI-4860 b: A rare "hot Jupiter," completing an orbit every 1.52 days around an M dwarf star.
MWC 758 c: A giant protoplanet orbiting a young star with a protoplanetary disk, offering insights into early planetary formation.

Tata AIG Partners with Mahindra Finance to Distribute Motor, Health Insurance Products

Tata AIG tied up with Mahindra Finance to distribute non-life insurance products through Mahindra Finance's customer network.
Under this partnership, Tata AIG, a joint venture company between Tata Group and American International Group (AIG), will offer a range of general insurance products, including motor, health, personal accident, and other non-life insurance solutions to over 10 million customers of Mahindra Finance.
This collaboration with Mahindra Finance is an important move towards making its insurance products more accessible.

Jul 19, 2024

Houston Zoo Elephant Receives First Ever mRNA EEHV Vaccine

An Asian elephant at Houston zoo in the US has received the first mRNA vaccine against herpes, which is the leading killer of Asian elephants calves in captivity.
Dr. Paul Ling, Professor at the Department of Microbiology and Virology of Baylor College of Medicine, who has been working on EEHV since 2009 in partnership with the Houston Zoo, led the development of the vaccine.
Colossal's involvement provided crucial scientific support, research teams, and funding, accelerating the progress of this project.

Jul 16, 2024

Global Conference on Space Research in Busan, South Korea

A milestone event in space exploration, the 45th Scientific Assembly of the Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) commenced in Busan, South Korea. Hosted for the first time by South Korea, the conference gathered 3,000 scientists and industry leaders from 60 nations.
Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy from NASA and Director General Hitoshi Kuninaka from JAXA were among the distinguished attendees, reflecting global interest and collaboration in space research.
The 45th Scientific Assembly of the Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) will conclude on July 21, 2024.

Cave Found On Moon, Could Shelter Humans In Future

Scientists have found evidence for an accessible cave conduit beneath the moon's surface. The location of the underground cave is not far from Apollo 11's landing site. It is 250 miles (400 kilometres) from where Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed 55 years ago.
Researchers analysed radar measurements by NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, and compared the results with lava tubes on Earth.
The finding suggests that the cave is a promising site for a lunar base as it offers shelter from the harsh surface environment and could support long-term human exploration of the Moon.
The cave is accessible from the deepest known pit on the moon. It is located at the Mare Tranquillitatis (Sea of Tranquility)

DD-Robocon India 2024: IIT Delhi Hosts College Robot Competition in Association with Prasar Bharti

IIT Delhi and Prasar Bharati hosted the two-day Robot Competition 'DD-Robocon' India 2024, at Thyagaraj Stadium in Delhi. The event hosted more than 750 students from over 45 colleges, institutions, and universities in the country.
During the competition, robots faced off each other to execute complex tasks within precise windows of time. The winning team from DD-Robocon will represent India at the international Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union Robocon 2024, which will take place in Quang Ninh, Vietnam.
As per IIT-Delhi, the DD-Robocon India is aimed to promote technical skill development, innovation, and teamwork among engineering students by providing visibility and recognition in the field of robotics. It added that the competition is an esteemed platform for showcasing and advancing the students' engineering and robotics capabilities.

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