06 – 12 May 2019
Intolerance and funding concern Indian scientists ahead of election
Researchers are troubled by a flat budget, and a rise in extremism and pseudoscience. Find source
Methane-consuming bacteria could be the future of fuel
Researchers have found that the enzyme responsible for the methane-methanol conversion in methanotrophic bacteria catalyzes the reaction. Find source
Step towards light-based, brain-like computing chip
Scientists have succeeded in developing a piece of hardware which could pave the way for creating computers resembling the human brain. Find source
Scientists locate brain area where value decisions are made
Neurobiologists have pinpointed the brain area responsible for value decisions that are made based on past experiences. Find source
New brain tumor imaging technique uses protein found in scorpion venom
A novel imaging technique that uses a synthesized form of scorpion venom to light up brain tumors has shown promise in a clinical trial. Find source
