Digital eye strain is widespread, though symptoms differ among individuals. Accurate diagnosis of related issues like dry eyes or binocular vision disorders can ease discomfort. Good digital habits—…
Examining the history, varieties, and outcomes of genetically modified crops in India, this analysis notes that debates on GMOs are not always well-informed. It argues for a clearer naming system…
As antibiotics increasingly fail against dangerous bacterial infections, a century-old solution from the past, bacteriophage therapy, is making a comeback. India’s vast phage diversity offers a rare…
'AI Con' scrutinises the inflated promises of AI and highlights the social risks. Though timely and provocative, some arguments need refinement, and the limited recognition of genuine…
Frugal science expands traditional science by prioritising inclusion and practical capability over cost. But structural biases and lack of institutional support hinder its growth. Mainstreaming…
Generative AI is more than just another tool—it represents a new way of interacting with knowledge. Like past technologies, it brings both disruption and opportunity. India’s AI moment is now. Its…
The Covid-19 pandemic exposed India’s growing diabetes crisis and its deadly link to mucormycosis. This preventable event reflected deeper issues—poor urban design, unhealthy diets, and inadequate…
The ongoing revolutions in AI are exciting. The rush to use it in public-facing applications, however, poses risk as AI does not yet come with guarantees for correctness or tolerance for errors. AI…
The 2023 Nobel winner’s story reminds us of the power of persistence, and teamwork in science. As science comes under siege in the US, the memoir underscores the need for a more inclusive scientific…
Multiple forms of mathematical knowledge exist among different communities, which draw from specific cultural contexts and are utilised for local needs.
