IIT Kharagpur researchers have developed a new framework using blockchain-based technology and token-based incentivisation to securely and fairly share data to train an AI model.
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Every year on February 11, the United Nations observes the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the day, and the theme is ‘Unpacking STEM Careers: Her Voice in Science’.
Researchers from IIT Kanpur and IISc have created a framework for pricing and trading data.
Researchers use a Disaster Intensity Index (DII) to assess disaster impacts on state budgets, offering a roadmap for better disaster preparedness and economic protection.
A study reviewed the available literature on zoonotic pathogens in the food chain to assess their threat and recommend steps to mitigate them.
GenomeIndia is an ambitious national initiative launched in January 2020, funded by India's Department of Biotechnology. The project aims to sequence 10,000 genomes from healthy individuals across the country. GenomeIndia's main objective is to compile a comprehensive catalogue of the genetic variations unique to India's diverse population. This initiative goes beyond merely decoding genes; it seeks to create a detailed reference of the genetic makeup to enhance our understanding of this diversity.
BharatSim uses Agent-based modelling to simulate the Indian population dynamics, which can help study various aspects of life, including how diseases spread.
Six researchers under the age of 40 recognized for their seminal contributions across diverse fields.
As a teenager, it is hard enough dealing with the emotional challenges of growing; add to it the stigma of living with HIV. Then there are researchers who aim to improve the mental health of these teenagers without ever involving them in the process! This leads to a disconnect between lived experience and research outcomes. It is a little-recognized barrier to effective mental health interventions for marginalised communities.
Eco-efficient wall materials, such as aerated autoclaved concrete blocks, enhance indoor comfort by significantly reducing temperatures in naturally ventilated houses.