Special Features

Peace of mind
Understanding of schizophrenia has improved vastly in the past decade. New research and novel methods offer hope.
Kick that habit
At home and at work, 'good habits' can be cultivated – with a little help from behavioural change agents.
A bridge too far out
Sikkim's bamboo and cane footbridges, engineered with indigenous ingenuity, are a sturdy alternative to carbon-heavy structures.
Smart materials inspired by nature
From squids to leafhoppers, mimicking biological systems helps researchers develop sustainable composite materials and coatings.
The power of 6
Hexagonal geometry is common in nature. It is being used to design better materials for construction and automobiles.