A team of Brazilian and Chinese paleontologists have announced the discovery of about 300 fossilised eggs and skeletons of pterosaurs, a number of them quite well-preserved.


300 fossilised pterosaur eggs found


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Academia and industry are two important pillars of our economy. A robust collaboration between the two will augur well for our developing economy, enabling innovation, growth in the education system and producing an employment-ready workforce.


India moves to catalyse innovation through academia-industry partnership (Comment: Special to IANS)


An algorithm developed by NASA to study star charts has been used by an Australian marine scientist to track and identify whale sharks.


Australian scientist tracks whale sharks using NASA algorithm


Have you ever wondered why dogs are in a habit of licking their mouth? It may not only be considered as a simple behaviour in response to food or uncertainty but also a communicative process towards the angry facial attitude of the humans, a study has found.


Dogs mouth-lick in response to angry humans


Is the fear of breaking up with your partner nagging you? According to a study, the level of fear may influence the romance and commitment, thereby either boosting your relationship further or ending it.


Fear of breakup may end your romantic relationship


Contrary to current belief, it was the departure of a large river - not its arrival -- that triggered the growth of Indus urban centres that developed in what is now northwest India and Pakistan some 5,300 years ago, says a new study.


Indus civilisation developed around an extinct river: Study


Observing that West Bengal was a "slow starter" in IT, President Ram Nath Kovind on Wednesday urged it to grab the opportunities presented by digital explosion and replicate the past successes of its famous scientific entrepreneurs.


Tap into opportunities due to IT explosion, President tells Bengal


Lauding scientists as "true nation builders", President Ram Nath Kovind on Tuesday said they have a major responsibility for the realisation of New India - an India that will achieve certain developmental milestones by 2022.


New India cannot be achieved without scientists' contribution: Kovind


After red wine, beer is believed to be the drink of choice for feeling relaxed. But what makes a perfectly flavoured pint? For some it is the hops, others say it is the water, or yeast. But the science of beer has just added a flavour to the mash -- barley.


'Barley key to refreshing flavour of beer'


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A team of scientists have discovered a 32 million-year-old fossil of a Dipteronia tree in China's Yunnan province, authorities said on Monday.


32 mn-year-old tree fossil found in China


India's Department of Biotechnology has decided to give a big push for research in "tissue engineering" aimed at eventually creating human organs in a dish apparently for overcoming the problems of donor organ shortages.


Indian project aims to overcome shortage of donor organs


Negative experiences that children with autism suffer in mainstream schools can increase their risk of developing low self-esteem and mental health problems in the long run, researchers suggest.


Negative school experiences may harm autistic kids


A study of birds, which live on the Galapagos Islands in the Pacific Ocean, has shown direct genetic evidence that new species can arise in just two generations.


New species can develop in just two generations: Study


Flies may be more than pesky picnic crashers as researchers have found that they could also carry hundreds of bacteria harmful to humans and play a role in spreading diseases.


Houseflies could carry hundreds of harmful bacteria


The human brain, which is the larger version of the ancestral primate brain, demonstrates the dramatic difference between humans and other primates, a study has showed.


Brain demonstrates key difference between humans and primates


Most of us are in the habit of using mouthwash at least once or twice daily, as a part of oral hygiene. But are you aware that your routine may spike the sugar level in your blood within no time?


Using mouthwash regularly may trigger diabetes risk


A US medical company is promoting a new laser surgery for people who want to permanently change their eye colour to blue.


US firm promotes surgery for permanent blue eyes


The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will now help Kochi-headquartered Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) to identify potential fishing zone (PFZ) in the seas surrounding the subcontinent.


ISRO, CMFRI join hands to help identify fishing zones


Jordan has with the European Union support launched a 5-megawatts solar plant located in the south of the country, a media report said.


Jordan launches EU-supported solar plant


Indian biotech major Biocon Ltd on Monday said the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had audited its aseptic drug product facility here and issued an establishment inspection report on its current good manufacturing practice.

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