Scientists theoretically probe the atomic properties of the 2D materials under strain
A covert survey finds banned diclofenac and other vulture-toxic drugs in pharmacy isles, posing a threat to the slowly-recuperating vulture populations in South Asia.
Researchers have pinned down the seasonal and geographical variation of the harmful gas across the country and the reasons behind it.
Study shows how a proposed hydropower project can submerge the habitats of these cranes and what can be done to make it favourable for the winged visitors.
Herpetologists have discovered 13 new species of geckos this year, and expect to find more in the coming years.
Study highlights why capture-neuter-vaccinate-release is not effective in reducing free-ranging dogs.
The year 2020 saw science thrust into the media limelight as world over people sought news about the COVID-19 pandemic. The year has been marked by frustration and weariness for us all. Nevertheless, science and its people have carried on the quest of figuring out the ways of the world. So here are the science updates that caught our eye in 2020, in no particular order.
Footsteps of history
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how we do things, set new normals and left its mark on this year, 2020. Through difficulties and challenges, people kept working, and scientists and researchers were no exception. Here is a small list of significant happenings in science in India, presented in no particular order.
India makes COVID-19 testing kits
An interesting year this one, with the world locked in and a virus reigning our lives. Nevertheless, there was no dearth of news in science. There was a considerable quantum of studies being reported even outside the realm of the rampant COVID-19 research. At Research Matters, we have tried our best to cover the most interesting stories in the Indian scene and listed below are our most popular stories this year. Take a look.
Study evaluates regional factors that play a vital role in reducing conflicts between people and wild animals in the Ladakh region.
Some fantastic relationships between some animals and their or others’ dung.