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5 Indian Women Scientists Who Changed Medicine Forever
Global NewsFeb 6

5 Indian Women Scientists Who Changed Medicine Forever

While history often overlooks their contributions, five pioneering Indian women broke barriers in science labs across the country. Their discoveries in cancer research, chemistry, and physics paved the way for thousands of women scientists working today.

The Better India3 min read
China Invests in Homegrown Science Journals Over Western Fees
SolutionsMar 2

China Invests in Homegrown Science Journals Over Western Fees

China's largest research institution is redirecting funds from expensive Western science journals to build its own publishing system. The move could reshape global science publishing and make research more accessible worldwide.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Art-Science Partnerships Gain Recognition as Trust Tool
InnovationJan 20

Art-Science Partnerships Gain Recognition as Trust Tool

Scientists are calling for more collaborations between artists and researchers to rebuild public confidence in science. The strategy comes as funding cuts threaten research programs worldwide.

Nature News2 min read
1,000+ Kids Explore Satellite Tech at Bengaluru Science Day
Community HeroesMar 1

1,000+ Kids Explore Satellite Tech at Bengaluru Science Day

Over a thousand students, mostly schoolchildren, packed Bengaluru's Raman Research Institute for National Science Day, exploring everything from live satellite feeds to minerals from Sir C V Raman's personal collection. The institute opened rarely-seen spaces including a private museum and let kids decode real satellite images showing weather patterns over India.

Indian Express2 min read
Thai Science Institute Marks 63 Years of Innovation
InnovationMay 27

Thai Science Institute Marks 63 Years of Innovation

Thailand's premier research institute celebrates over six decades of transforming scientific breakthroughs into real-world solutions for farmers and businesses. Their latest mission: helping Thailand reach net-zero while boosting grassroots economies.

Regional: thailand innovation (TH)2 min read
Africa Gets $42M Boost for Science Innovation Through 2034
InnovationFeb 16

Africa Gets $42M Boost for Science Innovation Through 2034

Six international partners just pledged $42 million to fuel Africa's ambitious 10-year science and innovation strategy. The funding will help African nations build stronger research systems and solve local challenges through homegrown science.

Google News - Africa Innovation3 min read
New Science Series Shows Climate Research in Action
InnovationMar 18

New Science Series Shows Climate Research in Action

A major science organization is launching a digital series that shows how Earth science research translates into real solutions for communities worldwide. The series premiews in December 2026 and goes global in January 2027.

Google: scientific discovery2 min read
900 Calgary Students Show Off Science Fair Projects
InnovationApr 10

900 Calgary Students Show Off Science Fair Projects

Over 900 Calgary students from Grade 5 to 12 are presenting their self-designed science experiments at the city's largest youth science fair this weekend. Two Grade 12 students developed a promising wound infection detector using red cabbage extract after a cooking accident sparked their curiosity.

Google: scientific discovery2 min read
Indian Botanist Made India 2nd Largest Sugar Producer
Community HeroesFeb 25

Indian Botanist Made India 2nd Largest Sugar Producer

Dr Janaki Ammal chose science over marriage in 1932 and developed the sugarcane variety that transformed India from importer to the world's second-largest producer. Despite facing discrimination as a single woman scientist, her groundbreaking hybrid breeding research sweetened an entire nation's future.

The Better India2 min read
Indian Defense Institute Helps 710+ Students Pass Major Exam
Community HeroesFeb 11

Indian Defense Institute Helps 710+ Students Pass Major Exam

A defense coaching institute in India just recorded over 710 students passing the NDA written exam, with 93 making final selections. Six women cadets were among the success stories, reflecting the changing face of India's armed forces.

YourStory India2 min read
Korea's First Science Hub Turns 60, Eyes Global Missions
InnovationFeb 11

Korea's First Science Hub Turns 60, Eyes Global Missions

South Korea's pioneering research institute started in a 10-pyeong room with three people and helped transform a poor nation into a tech powerhouse. Now KIST is tackling seven world-changing missions from AI to Alzheimer's drugs.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)3 min read
Cambridge Science Park Plans 20,000 Jobs in £3bn Expansion
SolutionsMay 18

Cambridge Science Park Plans 20,000 Jobs in £3bn Expansion

Trinity College just unveiled a privately funded plan to triple the Cambridge Science Park's size, creating 20,000 high-value jobs while opening a free public Park of Science to inspire local kids in STEM. The 50-year masterplan transforms Britain's oldest science park into a £3 billion innovation hub for life sciences, tech, and clean energy.

Google News - Jobs Created2 min read
Indian Skincare Startup Boldpurity Builds Lab From Scratch
InnovationFeb 12

Indian Skincare Startup Boldpurity Builds Lab From Scratch

When two founders discovered "luxury" skincare could be made for just ₹19, they decided to do the opposite. Boldpurity is manufacturing clinical-grade skincare entirely in-house, bringing global lab standards to Indian beauty.

YourStory India2 min read
Professor Cuts Publications In Half For Better Science
InnovationJan 19

Professor Cuts Publications In Half For Better Science

A public health professor is slashing his annual research output from 15 papers to just seven, betting that quality beats quantity in science. His radical move challenges a system where some researchers now pump out more than 60 papers yearly.

Nature News2 min read
Indian Scientists Create Lab-Grown Placenta on a Chip
InnovationJul 4

Indian Scientists Create Lab-Grown Placenta on a Chip

Researchers in Mumbai have built the first Indian "placenta-on-chip" that recreates how this mysterious organ sustains pregnancy. The breakthrough could transform how we study maternal health and test drug safety for pregnant women.

The Hindu2 min read
Engineer, 25, Reinvents Croissants With Indian Flavors
InnovationJun 13

Engineer, 25, Reinvents Croissants With Indian Flavors

A computer science graduate ditched corporate life to transform the French croissant into an Indian experience. His Pune café serves tikka-filled croissants in a setting inspired by railway stations and Irani cafés.

Indian Express2 min read
Ethiopia Partners Global Science Academy to Boost Innovation
Daily MixApr 20

Ethiopia Partners Global Science Academy to Boost Innovation

Ethiopia is teaming up with The World Academy of Sciences to supercharge its research ecosystem and train the next generation of African scientists. The partnership will focus on health, climate science, and digital technology while connecting Ethiopian researchers to global scientific networks.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)2 min read
High-Tech Research Ship Makes Ocean Science Accessible
InnovationJan 26

High-Tech Research Ship Makes Ocean Science Accessible

A billionaire-backed vessel is revolutionizing marine research by pairing cutting-edge science with Hollywood-level storytelling. OceanXplorer partners with local scientists worldwide to explore the deep sea while sharing discoveries with millions online.

Phys.org2 min read
Scientists Track Fresh Water Shift in Indian Ocean
Planet WinsFeb 15

Scientists Track Fresh Water Shift in Indian Ocean

Researchers have discovered ocean currents are channeling fresh water to a new region off Australia, revealing how our planet adapts to changing climate patterns. The finding helps scientists better understand the ocean's global circulation system.

Phys.org - Earth2 min read
Indian Scientists Crack Moon's Titanium Mystery Before 2028
InnovationMar 24

Indian Scientists Crack Moon's Titanium Mystery Before 2028

Researchers from IIT-Kharagpur and PRL have finally explained why the moon's rocks contain up to nine times more titanium than Earth's volcanic rocks. Their breakthrough could help India's 2028 Chandrayaan-4 mission choose the perfect landing site to collect lunar samples.

The Hindu3 min read

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