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INSPIRE scheme
Recently, the INSPIRE (Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research) has been under criticism due to complaints of harassment, delays in fund disbursal, and concerns that the scheme hasn’t created enough jobs.
posted by Jawwad Kazi 24th Jan 2018
WEF to set up C4IR in Mumbai
The World Economic Forum (WEF) is going to set up a Centre for a Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) in Mumbai.
posted by Jawwad Kazi 24th Jan 2018
Ransomware scare prompts power authority’s alert
In the wake of the Wannacry ransomware attacks last year, the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has warned of threats to smart grid systems in the country and an “urgent” need to develop a cyber security framework to address security needs in the country’s power sector.
posted by Jawwad Kazi 24th Jan 2018
Vitamin C improves the efficacy of TB drugs
Adding vitamin C as a nutritional supplement while treating drug-sensitive tuberculosis patients with first-line TB drugs will boost the efficiency of treatment, a study by Indian researchers shows.
posted by Jawwad Kazi 23rd Jan 2018
Artificial small intestine system to study food, drug absorption
An artificial small intestine system to study food and drug absorption has been developed.
posted by Jawwad Kazi 23rd Jan 2018