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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY - May 2016

May 2016

Jun 12, 2024

IIT Madras, NASA Study Multidrug-resistant Pathogens on ISS

Indian Institute of Technology Madras and NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) researchers are studying multi-drug resistant pathogens on the International Space Station (ISS), which could have key applications on Earth as well for the health of astronauts.
The researchers conducted a comprehensive study to understand the genomic, functional, and metabolic enhancements observed in multidrug-resistant pathogens with a particular focus on Enterobacter bugandensis, a prevalent nosocomial (hospital acquired infection) pathogen found on surfaces within the ISS.
Astronauts operating in altered immune conditions with limited access to traditional medical facilities face unique health challenges during space missions. Understanding the microbial landscape aboard the ISS is paramount for assessing the impact of these microorganisms on astronaut well-being.
The current study emphasises the critical need to investigate the pathogenic potential of microorganisms in space environments to safeguard astronaut health and mitigate the risks associated with opportunistic pathogens.

Jun 11, 2024

Twelve Countries Signed Zero Debris Charter - Pivot to Space Sustainability

Twelve countries signed the Zero Debris Charter, a landmark initiative led by the European Space Agency (ESA) to address the pressing issue of space debris. Unveiled in 2023, the Charter commits signatories to achieving debris-neutral space activities by 2030.
The Zero Debris Charter is a world-leading effort to become debris neutral in space by 2030 that was unveiled at the ESA Space Summit in Seville meeting in November 2023. Since the launch of the Charter at ESA's Space Summit in Seville, Spain, in November 2023, more than 100 organisations from around the world, including national space agencies, leading satellite manufacturers, space start-ups and astronomical societies, have confirmed their intent to sign. In addition to the 12 countries, the European Space Agency also signed the Zero Debris Charter as an International Organisation (IGO). Countries Include in Zero Debris Charter are Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Estonia, Germany, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Sweden, and the United Kingdom.

Jun 10, 2024

AeSI Inaugurates New Space Applications Centre in Ahmedabad

The Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI) inaugurated its Ahmedabad Branch at the Space Applications Centre, ISRO Ahmedabad, marking a significant milestone in advancing aeronautical sciences and fostering collaboration among professionals in the aerospace sector.

Jun 09, 2024

MeitY and UNESCO Host National Workshop on Safe, Trusted, Ethical AI

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) South Asia Regional Office, in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, organized the National Stakeholder Workshop on Safe, Trusted, and Ethical AI at the Taj Palace Hotel, New Delhi. This event, following the approval of the IndiaAI Mission by the Government of India, marked a significant step towards enhancing India's AI ecosystem, with a substantial allocation exceeding Rs. 10,000 crore.
The workshop brought together senior officials from Central Line Ministries, State Governments, NITI Aayog, and industry partners such as NASSCOM. Discussions focused on the ethical implications of AI, societal impacts, and strategies for ethical AI implementation in India.

TCS Launches WisdomNext™, an Industry-first GenAI Aggregation Platform

The country's largest IT services firm Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) unveiled TCS AI WisdomNext, a platform that aggregates multiple Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) services into a single interface. This announcement came at a time when IT companies are leveraging this technology to serve their customers better.
According to Siva Ganesan, Head, AI.Cloud Unit, TCS, this platform helps customers take advantage of GenAI to unlock the full potential of their data, drive greater business innovation and efficiency, and gain a competitive edge.

Jun 08, 2024

Indo-French Satellite 'TRISHNA' to Study Climate Change

Space agency ISRO announced a joint Indo-French infrared earth observation satellite mission, TRISHNA (Thermal Infra-Red Imaging Satellite for High-Resolution Natural Resource Assessment), to monitor surface temperature and water management around the world.
The project, which came when both India and Europe have been assailed by extreme heat, will provide data points for climate impacts on Earth through evapotranspiration monitoring, which measures the evaporation of water from land as well as release from plants.
The mission will study water presence and concentrations, as well as dynamics including melting glaciers, in various parts of the biosphere, quantifying water being used on land and how. ISRO said for heat, the satellite will monitor thermal anomalies and spikes, emission of heat from land, surface energy, urban heat islands, and other global parametres.
In the process, the satellite will also study aerosols, water vapour, and clouds in the atmosphere around the world. It is currently tentatively set to launch in 2025 with an expected lifespan of 5 years.

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