Whakaari/White Island Volcano Activity In New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty, the active stratovolcano Whakaari / White Island experienced a major eruption on December 9, 2019. At the time, 47 tourists were visiting the island, known for its volcanic activity. The eruption resulted in 22 fatalities, including two individuals whose bodies were never recovered. Reference: SciTech … Read more
The Great Salt Lake is shrinking rapidly due to agricultural water diversion, with 80% used for alfalfa and hay irrigation. This threatens biodiversity, human health, and the economy, prompting researchers to call for a 35% reduction in water consumption, farmer compensation, and conservation measures to secure the lake’s future. Located in northern Utah, the Great … Read more
An invasive water hyacinth in Kenya’s Lake Naivasha has devastated fishing communities, cutting daily catches by 83%. While startups like HyaPak are converting the plant into biodegradable packaging, the rapid spread continues to cause massive economic losses across Kenya’s water-dependent sectors. Impact & Scale: Reference:The hindu WhatsApp Group Join Now Telegram Group Join Now Twitter … Read more
Polymer-based tea bags release billions of micro- and nanoplastics (MNPLs) during brewing, with particles capable of entering human intestinal cells and even the nucleus, posing potential health risks. Researchers stress the need for standardized testing and regulatory policies to mitigate MNPL contamination in food packaging. Key Findings: Analytical Techniques Used: Health Implications and Recommendations: Reference: … Read more
Researchers developed a cost-effective method to produce ethylbenzene, a key additive for sustainable aviation fuels, from waste polystyrene. This innovation addresses a major challenge in transitioning commercial aircraft from fossil fuels to sustainable aviation fuels. Why Polystyrene? Polystyrene, a widely used plastic in consumer products, often ends up in landfills. The U.S. generates approximately 2.5 … Read more
Professor Urbasi Sinha from the Raman Research Institute (RRI) has been honored with the Gates-Cambridge Impact Prize 2025 by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. This recognition highlights her groundbreaking contributions to quantum science and technology. Leading Quantum Research in India As head of the Quantum Information and Computing (QuIC) lab at RRI, Prof. Sinha … Read more
