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During their extended stay in space, NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has been carrying out a range of scientific experiments. Last week, she collected her blood sample, spun it in a centrifuge, then stowed the specimen in a science freezer for an analysis.
NASA astronauts on the ISS, Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, enjoy luxurious meals like shrimp cocktail and pizza. However, with fresh food supplies running low, they rely on freeze-dried options, while their waste is recycled into drinkable water.
The monkeypox is caused by a virus transmitted to humans by infected animals and it can also be passed from human to human through close physical contact
Supermoon of November 2024: “This Moon is extra special as it’s the final Supermoon of 2024, meaning the Moon will appear bigger and brighter than usual,” NASA said.
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams says her weight is the same as it was before the mission. “There are a lot of changes that go on here but...it's funny I think there's some rumours around outside that I am losing weight...”
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has experienced significant weight loss during her extended stay in space. Officials reassured the public that all International Space Station residents are under routine medical evaluations and are monitored by flight surgeons, ensuring their health.
A virologist self-administered a treatment to help treat her own stage 3 cancer. Her actions sparked a debate around the ethics of self-experimentation. Researchers warned that it “should not be the first approach to dealing with diagnosed cancer”.
Williams was supposed to spend eight days in space, but her Boeing Starliner spacecraft faced some technical issues and delayed her return to Earth until February 2025.
NASA images provide insights into the sun, moon, planets, and stars. Recent highlights include solar flares, Jupiter's features, a unique Earth photo, and the Witch Hat nebula, showcasing the dynamic nature of our universe and the ongoing exploration by NASA's spacecraft.
They are worth millions a year to cattle ranchers
Research highlights ‘petticoat cancer,’ a condition linked to tight saree waist cords that cause skin ulcers, potentially leading to cancer. Affected women experienced severe skin issues, prompting medical advice to adopt looser clothing to mitigate risks.
The objective of the study is to understand the science behind the infections, including the immunological basis for the susceptibility of different individuals.
The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, with four onboard, undocked from the forward-facing port of the International Space Station’s Harmony module and autonomously redocked to the module’s space-facing port on Sunday.
This November, skywatchers can enjoy several celestial events, including the Taurid and Leonid meteor showers, the lunar occultation of Jupiter, and the full Beaver Moon. Uranus will also be at opposition, making it a prime month for astronomical observation.
A command to activate a heater triggered its fault protection system, causing the communication issue. Voyager-1 has been operational for over 47 years in interstellar space.
Mount Fuji has not seen snow by October 30 for the first time in 130 years.
China successfully launched the Shenzou-19 spaceship carrying three astronauts to the Tiangong space station. The new team is likely to replace the team, which was staying at ISS for last six months.
Where on the Moon will Artemis III astronauts land? NASA said it is refining a list of nine areas near the lunar South Pole, “a place we’ve never set foot on before”.
Over 70% urban Indians claim to have improved their diets recently, while exercise is a regular activity for over 60%. But a significant share are okay with eating oily and fried foods or parathas, or even desserts frequently.
Will skinny still be desirable when it is more easily achieved by the masses?
The Central Drug Regulatory Authority flagged four drugs as spurious and identified 49 others as not meeting quality standards, including paracetamol and Oxytocin. Of 3,000 samples, only 1.5% were substandard, assuring public safety through ongoing inspections.
The ISS crew, consisting of four Americans and three Russians, returned to Earth after an eight-month mission. One NASA astronaut was hospitalised for precautionary reasons while the others were cleared. Their return was delayed due to technical issues and weather conditions.
NASA's Crew 8, consisting of three astronauts and one cosmonaut, commenced their return from the ISS via a SpaceX Dragon capsule.
LISA mission will be the “first gravitational wave detector in space” and will “explore the fundamental nature of gravity and black holes”. How will LISA detect ripples in spacetime? Why to study Gravitational Waves? Here's all you need to know.
The stomach influences every aspect of human health, says the philanthropist
The Artemis III mission will see NASA astronauts in Prada-designed spacesuits, showcased in Milan. Featuring advanced materials and unique designs, these suits aim to protect astronauts on lunar expeditions.
In August this year, NASA decided to return Boeing’s Starliner to Earth without humans aboard the spacecraft – keeping in view the safety of astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore.
The dynamic cosmos evolves through the life and death of stars, creating elements for life. Supernova remnants are essential for solar system formation. Telescopes capture stunning imagery of star-forming regions, highlighting the role of massive stars in shaping our universe.
In a bid to combat obesity and unemployment, the UK govt is collaborating with Eli Lilly, which will invest £279 mn in a trial assessing weight loss jabs' effects on employment, productivity, and health-related quality of life over 5 years
The challenge for neuroscientists is how to test them
It will take Europa Clipper 5 1/2 years to reach Jupiter, where it will slip into orbit around the giant gas planet and sneak close to Europa during dozens of radiation-drenched flybys.
Elon Musk's Starship rocket on Sunday made history by successfully manoeuvring back to its launch tower. Anand Mahindra and many others reacted to this space travel milestone.
An ancient comet—known as C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS—discovered in 2023 when it approached the inner solar system on its highly elliptical orbit for the first time in documented human history—recently made its closest approach to Earth.
Sky gazers are set to get a special treat this month on October 17. The celestial event of the full moon, which happens to be Hunter Moon this time, is likely to offer a rare spectacle, appearing closer than any other moon this year
Just two days of rainfall in September surpassed the yearly average of 250 mm including in most arid areas.
