New research from India reveals that, contrary to long-held scientific beliefs, feeding on trees and shrubs does not provide Asian elephants with more protein than grazing on grass.

Engineering

Thiruvananthapuram

Researchers have successfully manipulated the internal structure of a bacterial membrane protein to switch its sensing capabilities between small and large molecules, paving the way for advanced diagnostic tools.

Mumbai

A collaborative study by IIT researchers shows that adding tetrapod-shaped nanoparticles to certain synthetic plastics can make them less sticky and easier to process

Jodhpur

This new effort provides a single, high-quality, and comprehensive database that maps the environmental, physical, and human landscapes of the catchments for all 5,715 large dams in the country.

Mumbai

Researchers develop an affordable and highly accurate method for creating detailed three-dimensional maps of heritage structures using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and terrestrial photogrammetry.

Chennai

New research uses satellite imagery and AI to accurately predict India's electricity consumption, offering crucial insights for sustainable energy planning.

Mumbai

The IIT Bombay method to coat microfibres with nanoparticles, while they are forming, ensures uniform coating and better performance

Guwahati

New research reveals how specially designed porous walls can significantly reduce the impact of ocean waves on floating structures, paving the way for safer and more resilient offshore engineering.

Mumbai

Researchers from IIT Bombay propose a computationally efficient, network theory-based mathematical framework to test decentralised traffic control systems.

Mumbai

A new methodology reveals deep seawater cooling systems can save 79% energy and cut emissions for data centres, with a rapid eight-month payback.

Thiruvananthapuram

A new way to accurately predict how materials respond to pulsed laser heating, even when the laser's behavior is a bit unpredictable, allowing engineers to  optimise laser parameters for applications, such as cutting, welding, drilling, and surface treatment.

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