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Research shows logging, climate change threaten montane birds

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) analysed data from over ten years to investigate the effects of forest logging and climate change on bird populations in tropical mountains. Read further on Dynamite News:

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IIT Hyderabad to host Ministry of Education’s flagship event, IInvenTiv-2024

Ministry of Education’s flagship event IInvenTiv-2024 will be organised at IIT-Hyderabad. It brings together participants from 23 IITs, NITs, IISERs, IISc & top 50 NIRF-ranked engineering institutions to showcase top 120 innovations.

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IISc scientists develop novel technique to encapsulate liquid droplets used for various applications

IISc scientists have developed a new capillary force-assisted cloaking method to trap droplets within colloidal particles and liquid-infused surfaces. Droplets are used for various applications, such as in microreactors, drug delivery systems, in single crystal growth and cell culture platforms.

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IISc research suggests ways to make non-responsive cancer cells respond to immunotherapy

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), in a new study, have tried to understand how different types of cancer cells respond to Interferon-gamma (IFN-γ) activation.

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Protein from Budgett’s frog can block enzymes of disease-causing pathogens: Study

Researchers from the Indian Institute of Science’s (IISc.) molecular biophysics unit in a study have identified that peptides (short protein) produced from Budgett’s frog can combat enzymes of disease causing pathogen

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Top news developments in Karnataka on December 1, 2023

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Two-day IEEE conference on Integrated Intelligence and Communication Systems begins at Sharnbasva University

Chairman of the KKRDB and MLA Ajay Singh inaugurated a two-day IEEE International Conference on Integrated Intelligence and Communication Systems (ICIICS-2023) hosted by Sharnbasva University in Kalaburagi on Friday. He praised Sharnbasva University for its contribution to educational empowerment, especially of women. The university has received 1,457 papers from scholars…

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IISc’s Foundation for Science Innovation and Development launches Centre of Data for Public Good

FSID's Centre of Data for Public Good (CDPG) launched to leverage data for social good. Focus on ethical data use, privacy, and responsible AI to develop solutions for smart cities, agriculture, logistics, geospatial, and environmental sustainability. IISc hosted Symposium on Data for Public Good with distinguished speakers. Announced hackathon to…

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US-based foundation to support setting up of Centre for Computational Oncology at IISc

PHP to support IISc's Centre for Computational Oncology with $1M over 7yrs. Centre to foster research in cancer progression, metastasis, and tumor relapse to improve patient outcomes. Centre to nurture future leaders in computational oncology in India. Partnership facilitated by IISc Foundation in USA. PHP to contribute to fight against…

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Karnataka Today newsletter: A long-term waste management solution for Bengaluru, and more

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IISc announces distinguished alumni awards for 2023

Five outstanding scientists and engineers have been selected to receive the distinguished alumni awards of the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) for the year 2023. The annual awards recognise exceptional contributions made by IISc alumni to their profession, society and the Institute.

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IISc researchers develop machine learning models for designing next generation nuclear reactor materials

IISc/UW-Madison team develops ML models to design next-gen nuclear reactor materials. Models predict impact of neutron irradiation on strength of Ferritic-Martensitic (FM) steels, using composition, processing conditions, radiation dose & temperature. Algorithm SHAP identifies most important input parameters. Reduces time & cost of experiments in challenging conditions, accelerating development of…

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IISc research uncovers link between cell biomechanics and wound healing

IISc researchers uncover how stiffness of cell's microenvironment affects form & function. Changes in stiffness alter cell structure & function, which can lead to tissue fibrosis, scar formation & even cardiac arrest. Study focused on TGF-β signalling protein, which is regulated by mechanical forces like substrate stiffness. Future research to…

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Understanding the flora of the Western Ghats made easier with a pictorial manual

The recently-launched Forest Trees of Central Western Ghats - A Pictorial Field Manual helps to understand and conserve flora found in the Karnataka region of the Western Ghats. The book is available free for in Forest Department offices.

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IISc study shows that small chemical change can boost bioavailability of drug molecules

They replaced this oxygen atom with a sulphur atom, which is larger in size and can interact with only one water molecule. This reduces the peptide’s affinity for water, making it more lipophilic.IISc: Researchers demonstrate novel method to improve pharmacokinetic properties of macrocyclic peptides, boosting bioavailability. Substituting single atom –…

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IISc hosts Springer Nature India Research tour

Springer Nature India Research Tour launched to foster research, innovation & knowledge sharing across India. Tour covers 10 States, 15 cities & 15 research institutes. 15 Research Summits feature panel discussions, workshops & field activities. Aim to facilitate dialogues, democratise research & unite researchers to tackle global challenges. IISc Director:…

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At least seven dead as glacial lake bursts in Sikkim

Flash floods, believed to have been triggered after a lake, forming from the gradual melting of a Himalayan glacier, suddenly overflowed and inundated the Teesta river basin, destroyed Chungthang dam, a key component of the Sikkim’s largest hydroelectric project, and washed away highways, villages, and towns.

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‘Today, mathematics is not only necessary in daily life but pervasive’

Apoorva Khare is an associate professor of mathematics at the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru. He is recognised as one of India’s leading young mathematicians and is one of the winners of the recently announced 2022 Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prizes (now remodelled as the Vigyan Yuva-Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar award). In…

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IISc researchers develop power switch to replace traditional silicon-based transistors

IISc researchers develop indigenous GaN power switch for electric vehicles, laptops, and wireless comms. Process developed in-house at CeNSE, IISc; GaN transistors to replace traditional silicon-based transistors; team combined GaN transistor with silicon transistor to keep device normally off; plan to scale up device dimensions and design power converter.

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Four from Bengaluru bag Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize

Four persons from Bengaluru, including three from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), have won the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize (SSBP) for Science and Technology, 2022.

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IISc scientists develop novel approach to detect and kill cancer cells

Indian Institute of Science (IISc) scientists have developed a new approach to potentially detect and kill cancer cells, especially those which form a solid tumour mass.

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IISc researchers develop 3D printed materials for sustainable construction

IISc researchers pioneer breakthrough materials and processes to reduce building industry's carbon emissions. 3D printable material formulations utilising industrial by-products, such as CDW, slag and fly ash, can store 35-40% of CO2 by mass of cement. This could replace up to 75% of natural sand in cement-based materials, reducing reliance…

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India’s health research is not aligned with its disease burden | Data

India's health research misaligned with disease burden: Study shows mismatch between research publications & DALYs. It is channelling significant research efforts into diseases that have a lesser immediate impact domestically but pose a considerable global threat

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High drama at IISc Bengaluru after security personnel attempt to block entry to Teesta Setalvad

Security personnel at IISc Bengaluru blocked civil rights activist Teesta Setalvad from entering the campus to deliver a talk on “Communal Harmony and Justice”.

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Karnataka HC refuses to quash LCA data theft case against 27-year-old aerospace engineer

Observing that instances of theft of secret defence data and sale of stolen data on the dark web has become worrisome for nations, the High Court of Karnataka has refused to quash a criminal case registered against an aerospace engineer for allegedly stealing sensitive data on Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)…

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