Special Features
Degrading microplastics with bacterial cocktails
Scientists are formulating bacterial consortia, searching for new sources of enzymes and engineering bacteria and protein to degrade plastic.
Closer to a cure
The potential of cell and gene therapeutics to provide lasting solutions to incurable diseases is attracting a growing number of Indian scientists.
The bee-tech biz is abuzz
A swarm of young beekeepers are developing affordable technology to maximise hive production, modernise a traditional livelihood, and advance conservation.
The risk of recombination
Recombination mutation is on the rise in the SARS-CoV-2 virus. In the future, will the virus be leaner — or plain meaner?
Taking root
Indian scientists are turning to medicinal plants for new drugs to treat diseases such as dengue and diabetes.
