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Dr. Kanad Das assumed charge as the 13th Director of the Botanical Survey of India, marking the 1st time a mycologist has headed the institute.

BSI, under MoEFCC, has been central to cataloguing & conserving India's plant biodiversity since 1890, with headquarters in Kolkata & 11 regional centres.

The UK has appointed Professor Michele Dougherty as the new Astronomer Royal.

She is the 1st woman to hold this prestigious title in its 350 year history.

The Astronomer Royal role was created in 1675.

The position involves advising the monarchy on astronomical matters.

#Science #Women

The United Nations officially designated 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology.

This global initiative aims to promote awareness and expand quantum tech applications, backed by UNESCO and partners like Microsoft, APS, IEEE, and Google Quantum AI.

#Tech #Technology #AI

Motivational Sunday ❤️

#Motivation #Sunday #Bsky

A group of biologists has find that black fungus from Earth that can survive on Mars.

They exposed it to the setting of a Martian environment and were surprised to find that it was extremely resilient to the harsh conditions.

#Science

A trilobite fossilized in a dark rock with its hard parts recrystallized with pyrite.

#PPOD: Triarthrus eatoni is a trilobite of the family Olenidae and the order Ptychopariida. This fossil was collected from the Frankfort Shale in New York from the Upper Ordovician. It shows the biramous appendages and antennae deposited as pyrite. Credit: Didier Descouens via Wikimedia Commons 🧪

X(Twitter) became one of the most toxic platforms.

I don't know why ?They are pushing lots of negativity.

#Twitter #Negativity

ICMR-NIN in Hyderabad found that bamboo rice may help reduce symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. In tests on rats, it lowered inflammation & joint damage.

Scientists believe its anti inflammatory properties could make it a natural remedy for managing arthritis pain & swelling.

#Health

Indian astronaut Sudhanshu Shukla is set to grow superfoods like moong & methi aboard the #space station.

This groundbreaking experiment aims to explore sustainable space #farming & enhance food security for long duration space missions.

It marks a significant step forward in space #agriculture.

Massive Solar Storm 🌀

An intense solar storm, triggered by a powerful X2.7-class solar flare the most significant eruption recorded in 2025 is heading towards Earth.

Potential effects include radio blackouts, GPS interference, & visible auroras in unusual regions.

#Space #Scicomm

Operation Sindoor has brought into sharp focus the importance of drones in modern warfare, which along with space and cyberspace will write the new paradigm of future military conflicts, a former Director General of Military Operation, who oversaw the Doklam crisis, has said.

#Drone #Tech #Defence

Everyone sits in the prison of his own ideas; he must burst it open, and that in his youth, and so try to test his ideas on reality.

- Albert Einstein

#Science #AlbertEinstein #Scicomm

A recent study reveals that men face a higher mortality rate from "broken heart syndrome" (takotsubo cardiomyopathy) than women, despite its higher prevalence among women.

The condition, triggered by extreme stress, shows a 11.2% death rate in men versus 5.5% in women.

#Health #Scicomm

The FBI is testing #DePLife, a radar device that detects human presence through walls by sensing movements like breathing or heartbeat.

It connects to a mobile app for real time visuals and helps in operations like hostage rescues without exposing agents to danger.

#tech #FBI

The UP CM and World Bank president launched two initiatives in UP 'UP AGREES' & 'Al Pragya' related to agricultural innovation and digital transformation in the State.

'UP AGREES' initiative pushes for revolutionising agriculture.

The 'Al Pragya' aims to build a robust talent base.

#Agriculture

Luna is the best boy mom! We always know Tupi is in good paws with her ❤️

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#Nature #Wildlife #Mother

Tiger is a secretive animal. Love to live in isolation. Its sighting in Terai sal jungles is something special.

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#Nature #Wildlife #Tiger

A super mom with her cubs.

#MothersDay #Nature #Wildlife

Animals also have some instincts that help them to survive, like this👇 action of a newborn fawn.

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#Nature #Wildllife #Animal

From nature's colour palette.

This beautiful blue throated barbet.

#Nature #Birds

🚨 India has surpassed the US and Europe by producing 1,681 locomotives in FY 2024-25.

#India #Tech #Development

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Good science answers questions; great science communication sparks them. It's not just about facts—it's about fueling wonder, building trust, and making knowledge a shared journey.

#Science #Scicomm

Biodiversity

A peaceful moment as a group of Indian Roofed Turtles soak up the sun on a fallen log in the wetlands of Kaziranga National Park & Tiger Reserve. 🐢

PC : SM

#Nature #Wildlife #Biodiversity

Science communication is the art of making the invisible visible, the complex simple, and the distant personal

When we share science with clarity and passion, we don’t just inform we inspire curiosity, trust, and a deeper connection to the world around us

#ScienceCommunication #Scicomm #Science

Science isn’t finished until it’s communicated. Turning data into dialogue, facts into understanding, and curiosity into action—that’s the power of science communication. Speak clearly, listen deeply, and connect minds with the wonder of discovery.

#Science #Scicomm #ScienceCommunication

Insect populations have declined by 75% in the past 30 years, driven by habitat loss, intensive agriculture, pesticide use, and climate change.

This alarming decline threatens ecosystems and food security, urging immediate conservation action.

What do You think ?

#Biodiversity #Science

One of the rare and beautiful birds of North east, “Temmincks Tragopan (Tragopan temminckii) was clicked by Ramachandra Sir at Mandala in Arunachal Pradesh.

#Wildlife #Nature

Scientists of Northwestern University introduced the world's smallest pacemaker (3.5 mm).

This device can be injected using a syringe and is designed for temporary use, biodegrading within a predetermined timeframe to eliminate the need for surgical removal.

#healthcare #Scicomm

The endangered Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle has been successfully reintroduced to the Ganga River after 30 years, marking a significant milestone in biodiversity conservation.

20 turtles were released into the Haiderpur Wetland Complex as part of a dual reintroduction strategy.

#Biodiversity #Nature