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Top Defence Scientist Gets Another One Year Extension
The Central government on Monday extended the tenure of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chief Samir V Kamat by one more year, till May 2026.
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India's Astronauts Vs Pakistan's Terrorists: A Tale of Two National Visions
While India trains scientists and astronauts to explore the cosmos, state-sponsored terror operates undeterred in Pakistan, Dr VK Saraswat, former DRDO chief said.
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K Kasturirangan's Contribution To Space Science And Nation Building - A Legacy
Professor Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan, or Dr Kasuturirangan as he is fondly remembered as, was a remarkable leader, an accomplished scientist, and a transformative figure of our nation, who profoundly shaped India's space ambitions.
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NASA Fires Chief Scientist On Trump's Order, More Job Cuts To Come
NASA announced Tuesday the dismissal of its chief scientist and others to comply with orders from President Donald Trump, marking the latest in a series of administration actions undermining climate change research.
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NASA Cuts Jobs, Shuts Key Offices Under Trump's Executive Order
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has initiated a workforce reduction, leading to the closure of several key offices, including the Office of the Chief Scientist and the Office of Technology, Policy, and Strategy.
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ISRO's 100th Rocket Launch A Trial By Fire For Its New Chief
As ISRO gears up for a milestone 100th rocket launch, scientists at the Indian space agency are carefully monitoring the health of the 50-metre tall rocket that stands at the second launch pad at Sriharikota.
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Sridhar Vembu Steps Down As Zoho's CEO, Becomes Company's Chief Scientist
Sridhar Vembu, Gounder and CEO of software major Zoho Corporation, on Monday stepped down as the CEO to serve as the company's chief scientist.
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"Rich Nations Contribute More To WHO": Soumya Swaminathan on Trump's Funding Remarks
Former chief scientist of the World Health Organisation, Soumya Swaminathan on Saturday said the US opting out of WHO would not be good for anyone including that country.
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Keeping Tab On Number Of HMPV Cases "Meaningless": Ex-WHO Chief Scientist
Former WHO chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan said the HMPV infection has been in circulation in India for several years. Seven cases have been registered in the country so far.
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WHO Ex Chief Scientist Says HMPV Nothing To Panic About, Lists Precautions
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is nothing to panic about, former chief scientist of the World Health Organisation Dr Soumya Swaminathan said.
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Tetsuwan Scientific Is Building AI-Powered Robotic Scientists That Can Carry Out Experiments
Tetsuwan Scientific, a San Francisco-based startup, is building artificial intelligence (AI) robotics that can perform the tasks of a scientist. The Co-founders, CEO Cristian Ponce and the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Théo Schäfer, brought the startup out of stealth in November after a successful seed round funding. The company aims to build in...
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More Than 80% Of Indians Exposed To Climate-Related Health Risks: Ex-WHO Chief Scientist
Almost everyone in India is now vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, former chief scientist of the World Health Organisation Dr Soumya Swaminathan has said.
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Unhealthy Diets, Physical Inactivity Fuelling Obesity In India: Former WHO Chief Scientist
Obesity is a known precursor to diabetes, hypertension, and cancer -- the non-communicable diseases rising significantly both in India and worldwide.
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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Meets Meta's Chief AI Scientist to Discuss Opportunities in Artificial Intelligence
Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw met with Meta's Chief AI Scientist, Yann LeCun, on Saturday, to explore opportunities in artificial intelligence. India's AI Mission has fostered strong collaborations between industry, government, and academia, the minister said in a post on X.
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India's Role Significant In Evolution Of AI, Says Meta's Chief Scientist At IIT Delhi
Meta's Chief AI Scientist Dr Yann LeCun underscored the importance of its vast population and rich cultural diversity, noting that these elements make the country a strong contributor to the global AI framework.
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Top Defence Scientist Gets Another One Year Extension
The Central government on Monday extended the tenure of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chief Samir V Kamat by one more year, till May 2026.
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India's Astronauts Vs Pakistan's Terrorists: A Tale of Two National Visions
While India trains scientists and astronauts to explore the cosmos, state-sponsored terror operates undeterred in Pakistan, Dr VK Saraswat, former DRDO chief said.
-
K Kasturirangan's Contribution To Space Science And Nation Building - A Legacy
Professor Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan, or Dr Kasuturirangan as he is fondly remembered as, was a remarkable leader, an accomplished scientist, and a transformative figure of our nation, who profoundly shaped India's space ambitions.
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NASA Fires Chief Scientist On Trump's Order, More Job Cuts To Come
NASA announced Tuesday the dismissal of its chief scientist and others to comply with orders from President Donald Trump, marking the latest in a series of administration actions undermining climate change research.
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NASA Cuts Jobs, Shuts Key Offices Under Trump's Executive Order
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has initiated a workforce reduction, leading to the closure of several key offices, including the Office of the Chief Scientist and the Office of Technology, Policy, and Strategy.
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ISRO's 100th Rocket Launch A Trial By Fire For Its New Chief
As ISRO gears up for a milestone 100th rocket launch, scientists at the Indian space agency are carefully monitoring the health of the 50-metre tall rocket that stands at the second launch pad at Sriharikota.
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Sridhar Vembu Steps Down As Zoho's CEO, Becomes Company's Chief Scientist
Sridhar Vembu, Gounder and CEO of software major Zoho Corporation, on Monday stepped down as the CEO to serve as the company's chief scientist.
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"Rich Nations Contribute More To WHO": Soumya Swaminathan on Trump's Funding Remarks
Former chief scientist of the World Health Organisation, Soumya Swaminathan on Saturday said the US opting out of WHO would not be good for anyone including that country.
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Keeping Tab On Number Of HMPV Cases "Meaningless": Ex-WHO Chief Scientist
Former WHO chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan said the HMPV infection has been in circulation in India for several years. Seven cases have been registered in the country so far.
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WHO Ex Chief Scientist Says HMPV Nothing To Panic About, Lists Precautions
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is nothing to panic about, former chief scientist of the World Health Organisation Dr Soumya Swaminathan said.
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Tetsuwan Scientific Is Building AI-Powered Robotic Scientists That Can Carry Out Experiments
Tetsuwan Scientific, a San Francisco-based startup, is building artificial intelligence (AI) robotics that can perform the tasks of a scientist. The Co-founders, CEO Cristian Ponce and the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Théo Schäfer, brought the startup out of stealth in November after a successful seed round funding. The company aims to build in...
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More Than 80% Of Indians Exposed To Climate-Related Health Risks: Ex-WHO Chief Scientist
Almost everyone in India is now vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, former chief scientist of the World Health Organisation Dr Soumya Swaminathan has said.
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Unhealthy Diets, Physical Inactivity Fuelling Obesity In India: Former WHO Chief Scientist
Obesity is a known precursor to diabetes, hypertension, and cancer -- the non-communicable diseases rising significantly both in India and worldwide.
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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Meets Meta's Chief AI Scientist to Discuss Opportunities in Artificial Intelligence
Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw met with Meta's Chief AI Scientist, Yann LeCun, on Saturday, to explore opportunities in artificial intelligence. India's AI Mission has fostered strong collaborations between industry, government, and academia, the minister said in a post on X.
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India's Role Significant In Evolution Of AI, Says Meta's Chief Scientist At IIT Delhi
Meta's Chief AI Scientist Dr Yann LeCun underscored the importance of its vast population and rich cultural diversity, noting that these elements make the country a strong contributor to the global AI framework.
