Science

NASA-backed research suggests some Earth microbes could remain dormant in the Moon’s shadow, raising concerns about contamination.

A question that began over dinner at a gaming convention has taken nearly 15 years to answer. Mathematician Eric Harshbarger and his colleagues have developed a set of dice designed to fairly determine who goes first in a five-player board game, while guaranteeing that nobody ties. The unusual problem highlights how even a seemingly simple […]

Researchers have identified a previously unrecognised mathematical property that can cause a widely used evolutionary biology method to produce misleading results.

3D atomic imaging has revealed that crystals may emerge through a more complex process than the century-old classical theory of nucleation suggests.

September brings a spectacular series of lunar occultations, with the Moon set to pass in front of Jupiter and Venus along with several other celestial objects.

India’s space programme has received a major boost with the successful launch of EOS-05, a dedicated geo-imaging satellite designed for continuous Earth observation.

Germany has successfully tested an Israeli-made LORA ballistic missile, marking a major step in Berlin’s effort to strengthen long-range defence capabilities.

Snake embryos may begin life with a striking right-handed curl for a surprisingly simple reason: their bodies grow faster than their internal organs. Scientists studying more than 900 snake embryos have found evidence that the unusual spiral shape is created by the physical forces acting inside the developing egg. It starts with a growing body […]

A new UN report warns that rising seas are already threatening coastal communities, economies and infrastructure across the world.

Data from India’s Aditya-L1 mission has revealed small bursts of activity hours before major solar flares, offering hope for better space-weather warnings.

A new study finds that removing just one amino acid from mitochondrial proteins helps keep vital protein complexes stable and supports cellular energy production.

A leading historian of smell says teaching children to recognise aromas could sharpen perception, support wellbeing and deepen their connection with the world.

New research suggests Earth’s core could contain enough hydrogen to form the equivalent of up to 45 oceans of water.

A family’s selfless decision to donate a brain-dead man’s organs has helped save lives and marked a major milestone for RMLIMS in Lucknow.

A new study suggests applying a lower dose of oestrogen around the urethra may work as well as vaginal application in preventing recurrent UTIs.

UNIGRID’s sodium-ion battery technology has passed extreme safety tests without fire or thermal propagation, marking a key step forward.

Rising temperatures are destabilising the Himalayas, increasing the threat of floods, landslides and other disasters for mountain communities.

India has opened DRDO-developed missile technologies to private companies, seeking faster production, greater self-reliance and reduced imports.

Scientists have measured how much matter in oxygen collisions reaches equilibrium, offering new clues about quark–gluon plasma and its evolution.

NASA-backed research suggests the Sun passed through dense interstellar clouds at least three times, potentially influencing Earth’s ancient climate.