Now, a machine that can taste coffee
The coffee industry might just bid adieu to expert coffee tasters, for researchers have devised a new mechanical method to assess the flavour of the beverage. ANI
Now, a device that serves you porridge as you wake up
You can now relish a steaming bowl of porridge in your breakfast without moving out of the bed - all thanks to the new gizmo porridgemaid. ANI
Computers to be as intelligent as humans by 2030
A leading scientific futurologist envisions that the speed at which technological advancements are taking place may lead computer power to be on a par with the intelligence of human brains in the next two decades. ANI
Near-zero carbon emissions might stabilize Earths climate
A new study by scientists has determined that in order to stabilize our planets climate, the level of carbon dioxide emissions has to be brought down to near zero. ANI
Scientists, public concerned over nanotechs health, environmental effects
While both scientists and the general public believe in the potential benefits of nanotechnology, they also think that it may leave adverse health and environmental impacts if not governed carefully, according to a survey conducted by Arizona State University researchers. ANI
Pentagons shoot down of US satellite might endanger space station
Pentagons decision to destroy a disabled US spy satellite can lead to disaster for the International Space Station (ISS), which would be struck by hundreds of thousands of marble-sized debris once the satellite is shot down. ANI
Antarctic invasion by crabs and sharks might endanger native marine life
A new research has indicated that as a result of global warming, predatory animals such as crabs and sharks are all set to invade the Antarctic waters, thus endangering the native marine life. ANI
Why people often see things that are not really present
University College London scientists have unearthed reason why people often see things that do not actually present around the object on which their eyes are concentrated. ANI
Scientists unearth first evidence of Neanderthal movement
An international team of researchers says that it has found evidence that Neanderthals moved from place to place during their lifetimes by studying a 40,000-year-old tooth with the help of laser technology. ANI
Indian origin scientist paves way for cleaner coal for future generations
A scientist of Indian origin, along with his colleagues at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PLNN), has determined that coal gasification is one of the most versatile and clean ways to convert coal into electricity. ANI
Most intense laser beam in the universe created
Scientists at the University of Michigan say that they have devised a way to produce a laser beam about as intense as a concentrated ray of the entire sunlight shining towards Earth would be if it were focussed onto one grain of sand. ANI
Socializing does make us smarter
Social interaction may help improve an individuals mental functioning, says a new study. ANI
On Feb 20, get ready to watch a total lunar eclipse
Astronomers have said that a total lunar eclipse would be visible in many parts of the world on February 20. ANI
Scientists identify major challenges that may improve quality of life
A panel of experts from around the world has identified 14 grand challenges for engineering that, if met, may significantly improve the quality of life on Earth. ANI
Brackish water might have thwarted development of life on early Mars
New discoveries by NASAs Opportunity rover has led scientists to suggest that life might have been thwarted from developing in the early history of Mars because of high concentrations of dissolved minerals in the wet environment of the Red Planet. ANI
Identical twins are actually not that identical at all
Identical twins are believed to be exactly alike, but a new study contradicts the stereotype and suggests that they are genetically different. ANI