Articles (Research)

The Brain in Your Belly
(Human Body)

Our gut is home to a vast community of microorganisms known as the gut microbiome; this interesting community plays a vital role in our health.


Komodo: A Living Dragon with Iron-Coated Teeth
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

While dragons are mythical creatures, the Komodo dragon is a real, living lizard and is one of the closest living examples of a dinosaur.



Science Communication: What is it?
(Education, Business, and Society)

Science communication generally refers to public communication presenting science-related topics to non-experts.


The Farthest COVID-19
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Although COVID-19 is a zoonotic disease, the presence of infected people around animals may allow the virus to jump from humans to new animals.

Cocoon Makers: From Natural Talent to Genetic Enhancement
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Commonly known as the queen of textiles, silk is elegant, soft, and durable. Yet, technological advancement never fails to make things better. 


Chandra and the Secrets of the Stars
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

Our current understanding of the evolutionary stages of massive stars, including black holes, is the result of an extensive theoretical work of an Indian–American scientist, Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar, better known as Chandra.


Birders
(Education, Business, and Society)

Birders play a role in the conservation of nature; they assist scientists, researchers, and environmental specialists by participating in birding events, a practice known as citizen science.


Forensic Dentistry
(Health and Diseases)

Forensic dentistry is concerned with the examination and evaluation of damaged bodies in catastrophic accidents where the corpses are unidentified.


In Pursuit of Dark Matter
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

Looking at the night sky, have you ever wondered why darkness is noticed more than anything else? For a moment, you might think that the universe is mostly empty; but, is space empty? Or, is there something out there hiding behind our plain sight?


When Oceans Lose Their Memory
(Earth Sciences)

Whereas we witness rapid changes in atmospheric weather, the ocean temperature changes slowly. It is probable that the temperature of ocean water tomorrow will be only slightly different from its value today, thanks to the good memory of the ocean water. 


The Mission of Jupiter Supercomputer
(Computers and Information Technology)

In June 2022, Jülich Supercomputing Centre (JSC) was chosen to host Jupiter, Europe's first supercomputer, which can process a quintillion (a million trillion) mathematical calculations per second.


Can Music Affect Plant Growth?
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Plants are complex multi-cell organisms that are believed to respond to external stimulators, just like humans; but, is this true? Can music affect plants? What does science have to say in this regard?


Which Comes First: Theoretical or Practical Astronomy?
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

The race between theoretical and practical science is at its peak; this is especially the case with astronomy and space sciences.


The Secret of a Mother's Hug
(Human Body)

A mother's hug is the warmest place to hide; in their mother's arms, a child feel safe, sound, and energetic. Is there a physical explanation?


Animals, too, have Sentiments!
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

"We have known for a long time, but scientists have just recently acknowledged that animals other than humans have emotions." P. Ekman.


Mathematics Will Save Planet Earth
(Physical and Chemical Sciences)

Mathematics is much more than a set of problems we need to solve, it is one of the pillars on which the universe and all sciences are based.


Milestone Nobel Prizes in Chemistry: Ahmed Zewail and Femtochemistry
(Inventions and Innovations)

On this day, renowned chemist Ahmed Zewail was born; an extraordinary scientist who cared about the world and made contribution to society.


Sustainability Science: Towards A Sustainable World
(Education, Business, and Society)

The Earth is our home, and we need to act on reversing the damage we have done; it is no longer a problem to occur, it is right around the corner!


The Magnificent Marie Curie
(Inventions and Innovations)

The name Marie Curie is synonymous with greatness, for the scientific discoveries she made, and the exemplary way she led her life.


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