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World’s First Solar Powered Airport Opens In Cochin
India has built the world's first power neutral airport, saving 18 million units of power per year.
Australia & India Team Up To Combat Lifestyle Related Diseases
A collaboration between University of Melbourne and India's top research institutes aims to improve chronic disease prevention and management in South Asia.
Chronic Exposure To Melamine Through Tableware
A simple switch from melamine-containing tableware to stainless steel ones can help reduce environmental exposure to melamine.
MiRNA Biomarkers Help Catch Lung Cancer Early
A cross-country clinical study has identified a panel of five miRNA biomarkers which could be useful for the early diagnosis of non-small cell lung cancer.
A Brain-Controlled Exoskeleton Could Help The Disabled Walk Again
Researchers have built a brain-computer interface system that allows users to direct a walking aid simply by using their eyes.
Blood Pressure Lowing Ingredient in Asparagus Found
Using a targeted mass spectrometry method, researchers have identified the active ingredient in asparagus that contributes to blood pressure regulation.
Smart Diapers Developed To Ease Caregiving
Researchers have developed a sensor that can alert caregivers to soiled diapers, helping the wearers to spend 90 percent less time in wet diapers.
Parasite’s Big Appetite Might Be Its Downfall
The enzyme TgFBP2 helps Toxoplasma gondii survive in many cell types but could also prove to be a useful drug target.
Robotic Whiskers Lend A Helping Hand
Researchers have built a seal whisker-inspired sensor to help navigate dark and murky environments.