In Milan, scientists and artists unite to explore masterpieces like never before. The ‘Art From Inside’ exhibition uses medical imaging to uncover hidden layers, revealing the unseen stories behind classic artworks.


Milan’s ‘Art from Inside’ exhibition unveils hidden secrets using medical imaging 

In a groundbreaking breakthrough, American scientists have created functional human eggs using skin cells.
By replacing the DNA in an egg with genetic material from skin, researchers have taken a major step toward fertilisation without a biological mother.
This raises scientific possibilities — and ethical questions — about the future of human reproduction.

Babies could soon be born without biological mothers | Stem cells bring revolutionary change

US scientists have, for the first time, made human embryos using DNA from skin cells and sperm. This new technique could help people with infertility and allow same-sex couples to have genetically related children. The method is still experimental and needs more research before clinics can use it, but it is an important step in reproductive science.


Scientists: Created early-stage Human embryos using skin cells

Scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed an atmospheric water generator capable of extracting clean drinking water directly from air without requiring any external energy source.The innovative device, detailed in a study published in the Nature Water journal, represents a significant breakthrough in addressing global water scarcity challenges, particularly in arid and drought-stricken regions where traditional water sources are limited.

<h2>How the Device Works</h2>The atmospheric water harvester utilises a novel metal-organic framework (MOF) material that captures water vapour from air through a process called adsorption. The device operates entirely on passive solar energy, making it completely sustainable and energy-independent.According to the MIT research team, the device can produce up to 2.8 litres of clean water per kilogram of MOF material daily, even in environments with humidity levels as low as 20 per cent.<h2>Revolutionary MOF Technology</h2>The key innovation lies in the specially designed MOF material, which consists of crystalline structures with microscopic pores that attract and trap water molecules from the atmosphere."This technology could be a game-changer for communities in water-stressed regions," said Professor Evelyn Wang, lead researcher at MIT's Department of Mechanical Engineering, speaking to BBC News.The MOF material releases captured water when heated by solar energy during the day, allowing the device to operate continuously without electricity or mechanical components.<h2>Global Water Crisis Solution</h2>The World Health Organisation estimates that 2.2 billion people worldwide lack access to safely managed drinking water services. This new technology could provide a sustainable solution for remote communities, disaster relief efforts, and regions affected by climate change.Field trials conducted in Arizona's desert conditions demonstrated the device's effectiveness in extremely arid environments, producing clean water meeting WHO drinking standards.<h2>Cost-Effective Water Production</h2>The research team projects that large-scale production could reduce costs to approximately £0.02 per litre of water generated, making it economically viable for widespread deployment.Few media reported that the device requires minimal maintenance and can operate for over 10 years with proper care, significantly reducing long-term operational costs compared to traditional water purification systems.<h2>Future Applications and Deployment</h2>MIT researchers are collaborating with humanitarian organisations to deploy pilot projects in water-scarce regions across Africa and the Middle East starting in 2026. The technology could also benefit military operations, space missions, and emergency response scenarios where conventional water infrastructure is unavailable or compromised. Commercial applications are expected to begin within the next three years, with manufacturers already expressing interest in licensing the technology for mass production.

MIT scientists have created a solar-powered device using advanced MOF material to extract clean water directly from air. This breakthrough could help tackle water shortages worldwide, offering a low-cost, sustainable way to produce drinking water without external energy.

Scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed an atmospheric water generator capable of extracting clean drinking water directly from air without requiring any external energy source. The innovative device, detailed in a study published in the Nature Water journal, represents a significant breakthrough in addressing global water scarcity challenges, particularly in arid and drought-stricken regions where traditional water sources are limited.

MIT scientists have created a solar-powered device using advanced MOF material to extract clean water directly from air. This breakthrough could help tackle water shortages worldwide, offering a low-cost, sustainable way to produce drinking water without external energy.

This solar-powered device, developed by an MIT scientist, can extract drinking water from the air using solar energy

A fierce scientific debate is unfolding over controversial climate technologies aimed at saving polar ice. While some researchers are pushing ahead with bold geoengineering experiments in the Arctic, and the focus should stay on cutting carbon emissions. 


Geoengineering plan sparks debate

What unites them is not failure of vision, but the unpredictable risks of human innovation.


What unites them is not failure of vision, but the unpredictable risks of human innovation. &nbsp;

7 inventors who died tragically at the hands of their own inventions

Ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes believed that the Sun's energy could be harnessed to build a death ray. He is thought to have built one as well. But experts think it was only a mythical object. A teenager intrigued by his idea actually managed to create one. Brenden Sener of London, Ontario, studied Archimedes' principles and has attempted to bring the ancient device to life several times. He has also won awards for his attempt to build the death ray. Sener said in his 2024 paper published in the Canadian Science Fair Journal that he has shown that “the principle behind the Archimedes Death Ray is certainly possible." The death ray remains a mythical object, and no evidence has ever been found that it was real. However, Sener believes the death ray existed in ancient times. He has even won several awards for building one.&nbsp;“The historical descriptions of the use of the death ray in ancient Syracuse are plausible,” even though "no archaeological evidence of the Archimedes death ray has been found besides what is recorded in the books of ancient philosophers," Sener said. The death ray finds mention in an account of the battle of Syracuse that ran from 214 to 212 BC. Historical texts suggest that the device was used to set approaching Roman ships on fire from 1,000 feet away. The teenager says that the ancient death ray was made up of large concave mirrors, which were placed in such a way that they could focus the Sun’s rays onto a single focal point. This is how a deadly ray was released, destroying objects at a distance. Sener took inspiration from the texts and used a heat lamp and four concave mirrors to build his own death ray that hit a point on a piece of cardboard. He says the ancient device likely used mirrors or highly polished shields, Popular Mechanics reported. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/secret-of-the-mysterious-structures-near-norway-has-finally-been-unravelled-1752219252921">Secret of the mysterious structures near Norway has finally been revealed</a> &nbsp;<h2>Others who tried building the Archimedes death ray</h2>Sener isn't the first person to explore the concept behind Archimedes' death ray. Sener wrote in his paper that the MythBusters series from the Discovery Channel also tested different ways a death ray could have worked. They built a device and tried to attack an object in three different scenarios. CNN reported that in 2005, a group of students from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) created a death ray which burned a boat on the first attempt. However, their second attempt to hit the boat failed. Sener's other attempt to recreate Archimedes' concepts included a screw that helped move water. He told CNN, "Archimedes was so ahead of his time with his inventions."&nbsp; &nbsp;

Ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes is believed to have built a death ray that was used to burn enemy ships. A teenager believes it was real, while most other experts think it was merely mythical. The teen boy built it.

Ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes believed that the Sun's energy could be harnessed to build a death ray. He is thought to have built one as well. But experts think it was only a mythical object. A teenager intrigued by his idea actually managed to create one. Brenden Sener of London, Ontario, studied Archimedes' principles and has attempted to bring the ancient device to life several times. He has also won awards for his attempt to build the death ray. Sener said in his 2024 paper published in the Canadian Science Fair Journal that he has shown that “the principle behind the Archimedes Death Ray is certainly possible." The death ray remains a mythical object, and no evidence has ever been found that it was real. However, Sener believes the death ray existed in ancient times. He has even won several awards for building one. “The historical descriptions of the use of the death ray in ancient Syracuse are plausible,” even though "no archaeological evidence of the Archimedes death ray has been found besides what is recorded in the books of ancient philosophers," Sener said. The death ray finds mention in an account of the battle of Syracuse that ran from 214 to 212 BC. Historical texts suggest that the device was used to set approaching Roman ships on fire from 1,000 feet away. The teenager says that the ancient death ray was made up of large concave mirrors, which were placed in such a way that they could focus the Sun’s rays onto a single focal point. This is how a deadly ray was released, destroying objects at a distance. Sener took inspiration from the texts and used a heat lamp and four concave mirrors to build his own death ray that hit a point on a piece of cardboard. He says the ancient device likely used mirrors or highly polished shields, Popular Mechanics reported. Also Read: Secret of the mysterious structures near Norway has finally been revealed Others who tried building the Archimedes death ray Sener isn't the first person to explore the concept behind Archimedes' death ray. Sener wrote in his paper that the MythBusters series from the Discovery Channel also tested different ways a death ray could have worked. They built a device and tried to attack an object in three different scenarios. CNN reported that in 2005, a group of students from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) created a death ray which burned a boat on the first attempt. However, their second attempt to hit the boat failed. Sener's other attempt to recreate Archimedes' concepts included a screw that helped move water. He told CNN, "Archimedes was so ahead of his time with his inventions."

Ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes is believed to have built a death ray that was used to burn enemy ships. A teenager believes it was real, while most other experts think it was merely mythical. The teen boy built it.

Myth or real? Archimedes DEATH RAY burned ships 1,000 feet away. A teenager recreated it

Earth has some truly breathtaking alien world destinations that will make you question, "Is this place real?" These seven jaw-dropping destinations blur the line between reality and fiction.

Earth has some truly breathtaking alien world destinations that will make you question, "Is this place real?" These seven jaw-dropping destinations blur the line between reality and fiction.

These 7 surreal places on Earth that look straight out of  Sci-Fi movie sets

As scientific understanding continues to expand, several researchers and scholars are taking a closer look at ancient knowledge systems, particularly Hinduism and finding surprising parallels. From cosmology to mathematics and medicine, concepts rooted in Hindu philosophy are now being seen through a new lens.<h3>Cosmology and the Expanding Universe</h3>In 1929, Edwin Hubble's observation that the universe is expanding changed the course of modern astronomy. However, references to an ever-expanding and contracting cosmos appear much earlier in Hindu texts such as the Rig Veda. These texts describe the universe as cyclic, a concept now gaining attention in theoretical physics. Similarly, ideas such as multiple universes and non-linear time once considered speculative, are found in scriptures like the Bhagavata Purana, and align with emerging scientific theories in quantum mechanics and cosmology.<h3>Mathematics Embedded in Spiritual Thought</h3>India's contributions to mathematics are well-documented. The concept of zero, the decimal system, algebra, and trigonometry were all developed by Indian scholars centuries before their appearance in the West. Hinduism, however, connects these mathematical ideas to broader philosophical principles. Sacred diagrams like the Sri Yantra exhibit geometric complexity that researchers now link to mathematical patterns, including the Fibonacci sequence. Scholars argue that this integration of numbers with metaphysical concepts reflects a worldview where science and spirituality are not in conflict, but complementary.<h3>Ayurveda and the Human Body</h3>Ayurveda, the traditional Indian system of medicine, was often dismissed by modern science as unempirical. Today, that perception is changing. Contemporary research in neuroscience, gut health, and mental well-being increasingly supports principles found in Ayurvedic texts. Ideas such as the link between digestion and mental health, the regulation of emotional states through breath, and the classification of food as a form of biological information are now topics of global scientific interest.<h3>Karma and the Laws of Causality</h3>The Hindu concept of karma, where every action leads to a consequence is frequently compared to Newton’s third law of motion. While the comparison is not exact, both frameworks emphasize causality. Researchers studying ethics, behavioral science, and systems theory note that the principle of actions leading to predictable outcomes reflects a logical, structured worldview.<h3>Reevaluating the Intersection of Science and Religion</h3>Hinduism does not claim to be a scientific framework in the conventional sense. Instead, it presents itself as a system of inquiry—encouraging reflection, observation, and experiential learning. Its adaptability over time, combined with its integration of philosophical and empirical ideas, positions it uniquely in today’s discourse about the relationship between science and religion.As scientific disciplines continue to evolve, they are finding resonance with ideas long present in Hindu thought. This has led some researchers to suggest that modern science may not be uncovering new truths, but rather reconnecting with knowledge systems that have existed for centuries. Whether this indicates a convergence or coincidence remains an open question—but the dialogue between ancient thought and contemporary science is likely to continue.

India's contributions to mathematics are well-documented. The concept of zero, the decimal system, algebra, and trigonometry were all developed by Indian scholars centuries before their appearance in the West.

As scientific understanding continues to expand, several researchers and scholars are taking a closer look at ancient knowledge systems, particularly Hinduism and finding surprising parallels. From cosmology to mathematics and medicine, concepts rooted in Hindu philosophy are now being seen through a new lens. Cosmology and the Expanding Universe In 1929, Edwin Hubble's observation that the universe is expanding changed the course of modern astronomy. However, references to an ever-expanding and contracting cosmos appear much earlier in Hindu texts such as the Rig Veda. These texts describe the universe as cyclic, a concept now gaining attention in theoretical physics. Similarly, ideas such as multiple universes and non-linear time once considered speculative, are found in scriptures like the Bhagavata Purana, and align with emerging scientific theories in quantum mechanics and cosmology. Mathematics Embedded in Spiritual Thought India's contributions to mathematics are well-documented. The concept of zero, the decimal system, algebra, and trigonometry were all developed by Indian scholars centuries before their appearance in the West. Hinduism, however, connects these mathematical ideas to broader philosophical principles. Sacred diagrams like the Sri Yantra exhibit geometric complexity that researchers now link to mathematical patterns, including the Fibonacci sequence. Scholars argue that this integration of numbers with metaphysical concepts reflects a worldview where science and spirituality are not in conflict, but complementary. Ayurveda and the Human Body Ayurveda, the traditional Indian system of medicine, was often dismissed by modern science as unempirical. Today, that perception is changing. Contemporary research in neuroscience, gut health, and mental well-being increasingly supports principles found in Ayurvedic texts. Ideas such as the link between digestion and mental health, the regulation of emotional states through breath, and the classification of food as a form of biological information are now topics of global scientific interest. Karma and the Laws of Causality The Hindu concept of karma, where every action leads to a consequence is frequently compared to Newton’s third law of motion. While the comparison is not exact, both frameworks emphasize causality. Researchers studying ethics, behavioral science, and systems theory note that the principle of actions leading to predictable outcomes reflects a logical, structured worldview. Reevaluating the Intersection of Science and Religion Hinduism does not claim to be a scientific framework in the conventional sense. Instead, it presents itself as a system of inquiry—encouraging reflection, observation, and experiential learning. Its adaptability over time, combined with its integration of philosophical and empirical ideas, positions it uniquely in today’s discourse about the relationship between science and religion. As scientific disciplines continue to evolve, they are finding resonance with ideas long present in Hindu thought. This has led some researchers to suggest that modern science may not be uncovering new truths, but rather reconnecting with knowledge systems that have existed for centuries. Whether this indicates a convergence or coincidence remains an open question—but the dialogue between ancient thought and contemporary science is likely to continue.

India's contributions to mathematics are well-documented. The concept of zero, the decimal system, algebra, and trigonometry were all developed by Indian scholars centuries before their appearance in the West.

Ancient knowledge, modern evidence: Is Hinduism rooted in science? Here's what scholars are finding

The US Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved Gilead Sciences (GILD.O), opens new tab lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injection, for preventing HIV infection in adults and adolescents. Gilead said the drug will be sold under the brand name Yeztugo. Investors and AIDS activists had been eagerly awaiting the regulatory decision for a drug some have said could help end the 44-year-old HIV epidemic. Lenacapavir, part of a class of drugs known as capsid inhibitors, proved nearly 100% effective at preventing HIV in large trials last year, raising new hope of interrupting transmission of the virus that infects 1.3 million people a year. The academic journal Science dubbed the experimental pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) drug the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year. "This is a milestone moment," said Gilead Chief Executive Daniel O'Day of the approval. "We believe that lenacapavir is the most important tool we have yet to bend the arc of the epidemic and move this epidemic into the history books." Gilead has plans for a rapid launch in the United States as well as a wider rollout of the drug in collaboration with global partners.

The US Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved Gilead Sciences (GILD.O), opens new tab lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injection, for preventing HIV infection in adults and adolescents.

The US Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved Gilead Sciences (GILD.O), opens new tab lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injection, for preventing HIV infection in adults and adolescents. Gilead said the drug will be sold under the brand name Yeztugo. Investors and AIDS activists had been eagerly awaiting the regulatory decision for a drug some have said could help end the 44-year-old HIV epidemic. Lenacapavir, part of a class of drugs known as capsid inhibitors, proved nearly 100% effective at preventing HIV in large trials last year, raising new hope of interrupting transmission of the virus that infects 1.3 million people a year. The academic journal Science dubbed the experimental pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) drug the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year. "This is a milestone moment," said Gilead Chief Executive Daniel O'Day of the approval. "We believe that lenacapavir is the most important tool we have yet to bend the arc of the epidemic and move this epidemic into the history books." Gilead has plans for a rapid launch in the United States as well as a wider rollout of the drug in collaboration with global partners.

The US Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved Gilead Sciences (GILD.O), opens new tab lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injection, for preventing HIV infection in adults and adolescents.

Breakthrough: US FDA approves twice-yearly injection for HIV prevention

A 1,500-year-old map has led humans to discover a lost city from the Byzantine Empire. The Madaba Mosaic Map built during Emperor Justinian’s reign (527-565 A.D.) shows a total of 157 sites that were part of Jordan's Holy Lands. The art piece on a tile is the oldest map available today that shows all these cities. However, most of them have yet to be found. But, now archaeologists might have found one of them.&nbsp;Musallam R. al-Rawahneh, an associate professor of archaeology and ancient Near East studies at Mutah University, made the discovery and published the findings in the journal Gephyra.&nbsp;The team started looking for a city named Tharais, which dates back to the Byzantine Empire. The work started in 2021, and after four years of research, the archaeologists think they might have found it.&nbsp;They started with the Madaba Mosaic map and newer maps that acted as jumping points. Field research was carried out near a modern city called El-’Iraq located near the southeastern edge of the Dead Sea.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/another-lost-city-detected-under-egyptian-pyramid-by-scientists-bu-it-says-expert-1749609642375">Another lost city detected under Egyptian pyramid by scientists who found Khafre cylinders. 'Bu****it', says expert</a>&nbsp;They started discovering clues that hinted at the existence of Tharais in the region years ago. There were remains of mosaic floors, glassware, and various tools that the researchers said showed that an ancient city once lay there.&nbsp;<h2>Religious clues hinted at lost city</h2>&nbsp;What prompted the researchers to be sure that what they had found was indeed Tharais was how everything matched the depiction of the lost city in the Madaba Mosaic map. The gates, ruins, and even towers were the same.&nbsp;However, what nailed everything together were the religious findings. They found features that resembled a Byzantine basilica, a building elongated in one direction with an open-air central room. The team got in touch with Spanish and French researchers to dig deeper.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-tech/20000-year-old-labyrinth-with-3000-rooms-lies-under-egypt-pyramid-9012892">20,000-year-old labyrinth with 3,000 rooms lies under Egypt pyramid, centuries-old claim resurfaces</a>&nbsp;The site threw up more surprises, such as Greek and Latin funerary inscriptions. These confirmed the theological connection of the place as the findings proved that a Christian community once thrived in the region.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/leonardo-da-vinci-painting-secret-tunnels-italian-castle-1748314075573">Secret tunnels seen only in Leonardo da Vinci's painting have been discovered under an ancient Italian castle</a>&nbsp;“The prominence of Tharais on the Madaba Map and the discovery of a basilica church structure suggest that it served not only as an agricultural village but also as a sacred site and commercial rest stop,” al-Rawahneh said, as per a Türkiye Today report.&nbsp;The lost city of Tharais was not only religious, but also economically prosperous, as proven by the discovery of olive oil presses, windmills, and grape crushing equipment.&nbsp;

The team started looking for a city named Tharais, which dates back to the Byzantine Empire. The work started in 2021, and after four years of research, the archaeologists think they might have found it.

A 1,500-year-old map has led humans to discover a lost city from the Byzantine Empire. The Madaba Mosaic Map built during Emperor Justinian’s reign (527-565 A.D.) shows a total of 157 sites that were part of Jordan's Holy Lands. The art piece on a tile is the oldest map available today that shows all these cities. However, most of them have yet to be found. But, now archaeologists might have found one of them. Musallam R. al-Rawahneh, an associate professor of archaeology and ancient Near East studies at Mutah University, made the discovery and published the findings in the journal Gephyra. The team started looking for a city named Tharais, which dates back to the Byzantine Empire. The work started in 2021, and after four years of research, the archaeologists think they might have found it. They started with the Madaba Mosaic map and newer maps that acted as jumping points. Field research was carried out near a modern city called El-’Iraq located near the southeastern edge of the Dead Sea. Also Read: Another lost city detected under Egyptian pyramid by scientists who found Khafre cylinders. 'Bu****it', says expert They started discovering clues that hinted at the existence of Tharais in the region years ago. There were remains of mosaic floors, glassware, and various tools that the researchers said showed that an ancient city once lay there. Religious clues hinted at lost city What prompted the researchers to be sure that what they had found was indeed Tharais was how everything matched the depiction of the lost city in the Madaba Mosaic map. The gates, ruins, and even towers were the same. However, what nailed everything together were the religious findings. They found features that resembled a Byzantine basilica, a building elongated in one direction with an open-air central room. The team got in touch with Spanish and French researchers to dig deeper. Also Read: 20,000-year-old labyrinth with 3,000 rooms lies under Egypt pyramid, centuries-old claim resurfaces The site threw up more surprises, such as Greek and Latin funerary inscriptions. These confirmed the theological connection of the place as the findings proved that a Christian community once thrived in the region. Also Read: Secret tunnels seen only in Leonardo da Vinci's painting have been discovered under an ancient Italian castle “The prominence of Tharais on the Madaba Map and the discovery of a basilica church structure suggest that it served not only as an agricultural village but also as a sacred site and commercial rest stop,” al-Rawahneh said, as per a Türkiye Today report. The lost city of Tharais was not only religious, but also economically prosperous, as proven by the discovery of olive oil presses, windmills, and grape crushing equipment.

The team started looking for a city named Tharais, which dates back to the Byzantine Empire. The work started in 2021, and after four years of research, the archaeologists think they might have found it.

The lost city of Tharais once part of Jordan's Holy Lands has been found

Scientists have created a violin that is smaller than a single strand of human hair, almost the same size as a speck of dust. You cannot play it, but it is still a standing proof of how much technology has evolved. The violin has been made by scientists at Loughborough University, Earth.com reported. It measures only 35 microns long and 13 microns wide - one micron is one-millionth of a meter.In comparison, even tardigrades, the infamous "water bears" that have become famous for surviving exposure to the vacuum of space, are much larger than the violin. Tardigrades typically measure between 50 and 1,200 microns.Why did they choose to create the violin? It is supposedly an ode to the phrase - “Can you hear the world’s smallest violin playing just for you?”&nbsp;<h2>Violin showcases nanoscale technology at the university</h2>&nbsp;A lot of research and sophisticated technology went into creating the violin. The university has a new nanolithography system, a platform that can work at the nanoscale. Scientists wanted to show off its calibre, and so decided to create the tiny violin.“Though creating the world’s smallest violin may seem like fun and games, a lot of what we’ve learned in the process has actually laid the groundwork for the research we’re now undertaking,” Professor Kelly Morrison, head of the Physics Department, said.The scientists at the university used a machine called the NanoFrazor to make the violin. A process called thermal scanning probe lithography was used, in which a heated tip, as sharp as a needle "writes" detailed designs at the nanoscale.Two layers of a gel-like material, called a resist, are coated on a chip, after which a violin design is etched into the top layer using the NanoFrazor. Once set, the exposed areas are dissolved, and a violin-shaped cavity remains. "Platinum is then applied in a thin coat, and the remaining material is rinsed away to reveal the miniature instrument."Gloveboxes and sealed chambers are used to avoid any kind of contamination, while robotic arms are used to move the chip.The team created several tiny violins before making the final version that took months to perfect.Professor Morrison says that the method can be used to "develop new technologies."“Once we understand how materials behave, we can start applying that knowledge to develop new technologies. But first, we need to understand the fundamental science and this system enables us to do just that.”

Scientists have created a violin that is smaller than a single strand of human hair, almost the same size as a speck of dust. You cannot play it, but it is still a standing proof of how much technology has evolved.

Scientists have created a violin that is smaller than a single strand of human hair, almost the same size as a speck of dust. You cannot play it, but it is still a standing proof of how much technology has evolved. The violin has been made by scientists at Loughborough University, Earth.com reported. It measures only 35 microns long and 13 microns wide - one micron is one-millionth of a meter. In comparison, even tardigrades, the infamous "water bears" that have become famous for surviving exposure to the vacuum of space, are much larger than the violin. Tardigrades typically measure between 50 and 1,200 microns. Why did they choose to create the violin? It is supposedly an ode to the phrase - “Can you hear the world’s smallest violin playing just for you?” Violin showcases nanoscale technology at the university A lot of research and sophisticated technology went into creating the violin. The university has a new nanolithography system, a platform that can work at the nanoscale. Scientists wanted to show off its calibre, and so decided to create the tiny violin. “Though creating the world’s smallest violin may seem like fun and games, a lot of what we’ve learned in the process has actually laid the groundwork for the research we’re now undertaking,” Professor Kelly Morrison, head of the Physics Department, said. The scientists at the university used a machine called the NanoFrazor to make the violin. A process called thermal scanning probe lithography was used, in which a heated tip, as sharp as a needle "writes" detailed designs at the nanoscale. Two layers of a gel-like material, called a resist, are coated on a chip, after which a violin design is etched into the top layer using the NanoFrazor. Once set, the exposed areas are dissolved, and a violin-shaped cavity remains. "Platinum is then applied in a thin coat, and the remaining material is rinsed away to reveal the miniature instrument." Gloveboxes and sealed chambers are used to avoid any kind of contamination, while robotic arms are used to move the chip. The team created several tiny violins before making the final version that took months to perfect. Professor Morrison says that the method can be used to "develop new technologies." “Once we understand how materials behave, we can start applying that knowledge to develop new technologies. But first, we need to understand the fundamental science and this system enables us to do just that.”

Scientists have created a violin that is smaller than a single strand of human hair, almost the same size as a speck of dust. You cannot play it, but it is still a standing proof of how much technology has evolved.

Scientists have created a violin the size of a speck of dust. Can you play it?

There are several historical artifacts that continue to challenge modern understanding. Each of them hold clues, but no theory fully explains how or why they were made. 

There are several historical artifacts that continue to challenge modern understanding. Each of them hold clues, but no theory fully explains how or why they were made.&nbsp;

How were they built? From Giza to Easter Island, 6 ancient mysteries that remain unexplained

A new lifesaver antibiotic has entered the final phase of human testing; this drug could potentially save millions. Swiss drugmaker Roche said it would take this testing forward to check if it can fight against serious hospital infections like pneumonia and sepsis.The antibiotic zosurabalpin, jointly developed with Harvard University, will be tested against drug-resistant acinetobacter baumannii bacteria.&nbsp;The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) looks at the acinetobacter baumannii as an “urgent threat”. And it has been over 50 years since any antibiotic was created which reacts to it. Researchers are hopeful that this experimental drug is likely to be approved by the end of the decade.&nbsp;Roche's phase 3 trial will be a study with approximately 400 patients from around the world.&nbsp;Speaking to news outlet, The Independent, Michael Lobritz, global head of infectious diseases at Roche, said, "Our goal is to contribute new innovations to overcome antimicrobial resistance, one of the biggest infectious disease challenges to public health.”Larry Tsai, senior vice president and global head of immunology at a unit of Roche, said the drug-resistant bacteria “are present in every country of the world”.&nbsp;Speaking to the news outlet, he added that “the innovative biology involved in this research could potentially reveal new insights into the structure of bacterial membranes, possibly leading to the discovery of new antibiotics in the future”.&nbsp;11 million die each year due to sepsis, which means it kills one person every 2.8 seconds. And community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) kills at least three to four million people each year, particularly elderly patients with high morbidity.

A new lifesaver antibiotic has entered the final phase of human testing; this drug could potentially save millions. 

A new lifesaver antibiotic has entered the final phase of human testing; this drug could potentially save millions. Swiss drugmaker Roche said it would take this testing forward to check if it can fight against serious hospital infections like pneumonia and sepsis. The antibiotic zosurabalpin, jointly developed with Harvard University, will be tested against drug-resistant acinetobacter baumannii bacteria. The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) looks at the acinetobacter baumannii as an “urgent threat”. And it has been over 50 years since any antibiotic was created which reacts to it. Researchers are hopeful that this experimental drug is likely to be approved by the end of the decade. Roche's phase 3 trial will be a study with approximately 400 patients from around the world. Speaking to news outlet, The Independent, Michael Lobritz, global head of infectious diseases at Roche, said, "Our goal is to contribute new innovations to overcome antimicrobial resistance, one of the biggest infectious disease challenges to public health.” Larry Tsai, senior vice president and global head of immunology at a unit of Roche, said the drug-resistant bacteria “are present in every country of the world”. Speaking to the news outlet, he added that “the innovative biology involved in this research could potentially reveal new insights into the structure of bacterial membranes, possibly leading to the discovery of new antibiotics in the future”. 11 million die each year due to sepsis, which means it kills one person every 2.8 seconds. And community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) kills at least three to four million people each year, particularly elderly patients with high morbidity.

A new lifesaving antibiotic has entered the final phase of human testing; this drug could potentially save millions.&nbsp;

Lifesaving drug enters final phase of testing which could save over a million lives. All you need to know

As he and fellow crew members aboard the International Space Station circle the Earth at nearly 28,000 kmph, Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will be having a video interaction with students from India. "Our astronaut will be directly interacting with the student community... two such events we are planning across the country," Sudeesh Balan, Project Director at ISRO told WION's Sidharth M.P.&nbsp;If all goes per plan, the American Axiom-4 mission piloted by Indian Air Force Test Pilot Group Captain Shukla will liftoff on June 8th from &nbsp;Kennedy Space Centre, Florida. However, the launch date is subject to changes in weather and other technical factors. Axiom-4 will carry a crew of four astronauts to the International Space Station, where they would stay for two weeks and perform 60 experiments. The astronauts would be flying on the SpaceX Falcon9 rocket and the Crew Dragon capsule.&nbsp;Axiom-4 is a unique and exciting opportunity for ISRO in International cooperation and collaboration. The experience and know-how from this mission are significant for us and would feed into Gaganyaan program, which is India's own mission to send our astronauts to space and return them safely. Missions like Axiom-4 would motivate young minds to be passionate about space technology, Balan added.&nbsp;Further, Shukla will also be performing experiments in STEM(Science, Tech, Engineering, Math), and these will be made available as recorded educational videos, as part of the Axiom-4 mission outreach activity.&nbsp; Dana Weigel, Manager, International Space Station Program, NASA, told WION's Sidharth M.P, that NASA and ISRO have a unique joint agreement for working onboard together during this mission. "This is a little different than other missions and we'll be having an ISRO member to do joint research. These are Human research programme experiments with NASA. These experiments will be different from the seven biological experiments that Shukla will be doing for ISRO," she added.&nbsp;<h2>About the Axiom-4 astronaut mission</h2>&nbsp;This mission will facilitate the return to human spaceflight for India, Poland, and Hungary, given that each nation’s first and only government-sponsored spaceflight had taken place more than 40 years ago. The Ax-4 crew members will represent their nations in Low Earth Orbit and perform scientific experiments and demonstrations that are of high national importance. Peggy Whitson, former NASA astronaut and director of human spaceflight at Axiom Space, will command the Axiom-4 mission, while ISRO (Indian Space Research Organization) astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will serve as pilot. The two mission specialists are ESA (European Space Agency) project astronaut Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski of Poland and Tibor Kapu of Hungary.&nbsp;Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will be the first Indian to fly to the International Space Station, and the second Indian to fly to space after Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma, who flew on a Soviet Mission in 1984. The Indian Government has paid almost $64mn(Rs.550cr) for Shukla's training and spaceflight as part of Axiom-4.&nbsp;As per the present launch timeline, Shukla will blastoff to space on the SpaceX Falcon9 rocket at 6:41 pm Indian time, Sunday, 8th June. The launch will be carried out from Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Centre, Florida. This launch pad was built in the 1960s to accommodate the Saturn V rocket that was used in the Apollo series of missions, including the maiden moon landing by Apollo11. Further, this launchpad has been used for multiple launches of the space shuttle. Since 2019, this site has been leased to SpaceX, which launches its Falcon9 and Falcon Heavy rockets.&nbsp;

Axiom-4 will carry a crew of four astronauts to the International Space Station, where they would stay for two weeks and perform 60 experiments. The astronauts would be flying on the SpaceX Falcon9 rocket and the Crew Dragon capsule.

As he and fellow crew members aboard the International Space Station circle the Earth at nearly 28,000 kmph, Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will be having a video interaction with students from India. "Our astronaut will be directly interacting with the student community... two such events we are planning across the country," Sudeesh Balan, Project Director at ISRO told WION's Sidharth M.P. If all goes per plan, the American Axiom-4 mission piloted by Indian Air Force Test Pilot Group Captain Shukla will liftoff on June 8th from Kennedy Space Centre, Florida. However, the launch date is subject to changes in weather and other technical factors. Axiom-4 will carry a crew of four astronauts to the International Space Station, where they would stay for two weeks and perform 60 experiments. The astronauts would be flying on the SpaceX Falcon9 rocket and the Crew Dragon capsule. Axiom-4 is a unique and exciting opportunity for ISRO in International cooperation and collaboration. The experience and know-how from this mission are significant for us and would feed into Gaganyaan program, which is India's own mission to send our astronauts to space and return them safely. Missions like Axiom-4 would motivate young minds to be passionate about space technology, Balan added. Further, Shukla will also be performing experiments in STEM(Science, Tech, Engineering, Math), and these will be made available as recorded educational videos, as part of the Axiom-4 mission outreach activity. Dana Weigel, Manager, International Space Station Program, NASA, told WION's Sidharth M.P, that NASA and ISRO have a unique joint agreement for working onboard together during this mission. "This is a little different than other missions and we'll be having an ISRO member to do joint research. These are Human research programme experiments with NASA. These experiments will be different from the seven biological experiments that Shukla will be doing for ISRO," she added. About the Axiom-4 astronaut mission This mission will facilitate the return to human spaceflight for India, Poland, and Hungary, given that each nation’s first and only government-sponsored spaceflight had taken place more than 40 years ago. The Ax-4 crew members will represent their nations in Low Earth Orbit and perform scientific experiments and demonstrations that are of high national importance. Peggy Whitson, former NASA astronaut and director of human spaceflight at Axiom Space, will command the Axiom-4 mission, while ISRO (Indian Space Research Organization) astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will serve as pilot. The two mission specialists are ESA (European Space Agency) project astronaut Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski of Poland and Tibor Kapu of Hungary. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will be the first Indian to fly to the International Space Station, and the second Indian to fly to space after Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma, who flew on a Soviet Mission in 1984. The Indian Government has paid almost $64mn(Rs.550cr) for Shukla's training and spaceflight as part of Axiom-4. As per the present launch timeline, Shukla will blastoff to space on the SpaceX Falcon9 rocket at 6:41 pm Indian time, Sunday, 8th June. The launch will be carried out from Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Centre, Florida. This launch pad was built in the 1960s to accommodate the Saturn V rocket that was used in the Apollo series of missions, including the maiden moon landing by Apollo11. Further, this launchpad has been used for multiple launches of the space shuttle. Since 2019, this site has been leased to SpaceX, which launches its Falcon9 and Falcon Heavy rockets.

Axiom-4 will carry a crew of four astronauts to the International Space Station, where they would stay for two weeks and perform 60 experiments. The astronauts would be flying on the SpaceX Falcon9 rocket and the Crew Dragon capsule.

An out of the world video call: From space, Astronaut Shukla to address Indian students

A study that was published in Geophysical Research Letters by scientists from Kyushu University focusses on these little-understood patches of ionised material that form between 90 and 120 kilometres above sea level.

A study that was published in Geophysical Research Letters by scientists from Kyushu University focusses on these little-understood patches of ionised material that form between 90 and 120 kilometres above sea level.

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