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Fossils found on the shoreline of Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe represent a completely new dinosaur species. This remarkable find, named Musankwa sanyatiensis, marks only the fourth dinosaur species named from Zimbabwe.

A research group have discovered a novel modulator for human regulatory T cells. This novel regulator can strengthen or dampen immune response and provides a new basis for therapeutic approaches for immune mediated diseases.

Researchers have demonstrated that some childhood leukemia originate during embryonic development, although they do not manifest after a few months after birth.

Urbanization in Africa is accelerating quickly, showing no signs of slowing down. An international team of researchers addresses critical gaps in our understanding of how this urbanization affects local food and ecological systems, emphasizing the importance of recognizing shifts in dietary patterns.

Using a combination of cutting-edge immunologic technologies, researchers have successfully stimulated animals' immune systems to induce rare precursor B cells of a class of HIV broadly neutralizing antibodies (bNAbs). The findings are an encouraging, incremental step in developing a preventive HIV vaccine.

A drug approved to treat certain autoimmune diseases and cancers successfully alleviated symptoms of a rare genetic syndrome called autoimmune polyendocrine syndrome type 1 (APS-1). Researchers identified the treatment based on their discovery that the syndrome is linked to elevated levels of interferon-gamma (IFN-gamma), a protein involved in immune system responses, providing new insights into the role of IFN-gamma in autoimmunity.

Growing concern about data theft and counterfeiting has inspired increasingly sophisticated security technologies, like hologram seals, that can help verify the authenticity of currency, passports and other important documents. However, as security technologies evolve, so do the techniques criminals use to get past them. To stay one step ahead of these bad actors, researchers report that they have developed a new photopatterning technique that creates two light-reactive images on one material.

A mouse study of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) found male-female differences at the cellular level. The findings could have implications for how HFpEF is treated in women compared to men.

DSSSB has released Tier II exam admit cards for the positions of PA, SPA, and JJA positions. To download the admit card, visit DSSSB's official website. Tier II exams are scheduled for June 1 and 2, 2024. The application window was open from Jan 18 to Feb 8, 2024. Read on for steps to download admit card, exam schedule, syllabus and more.

The CISF has released the list of shortlisted candidates for the Head Constable/GD position against Sports Quota along with admit cards for various selection procedure tests. These are scheduled between June 10-15. Read on to check the admit card direct link and list of shortlisted candidates.

The Joint Entrance Examination Council, Uttar Pradesh, has issued the JEECUP 2024 mock test accessible without login credentials at jeecup.admissions.nic.in. The exam is slated from June 13 to 20 in online mode. Admit cards, released on May 27, require downloading from the official site. The exam consists of 100 MCQs for 400 marks, with negative marking. The syllabus includes Math focusing on algebra, geometry, trigonometry, probability, and statistics, and Physics covering mechanics, heat, waves, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics.

Recombinant proteins, such as vaccine antigens, insulin and monoclonal antibodies, are mass-produced by growing modified bacterial, viral or mammalian cells in large bioreactors

The Haryana Board of School Education (BSEH) has released the 2024 compartment exam schedule for Classes 10 and 12 on their official website. Class 10 exams will be held from July 4 to July 11, while Class 12 exams are on July 3. Read on for the detailed schedule and important instructions

IIM Kashipur to host MERC 2024 scholars' conclave, with over 300 scholars presenting research papers. Professor Somnath Chatterjee and Jai Advani are keynote speakers.

The Indian Army announces Agniveer CEE 2024 results for recruitment offices in Rajasthan, listing centers in North India and Chennai. The exams, conducted from April 22 to May 3, cover various roles like GD, Tech, Tradesmen, and more. Shortlisted candidates proceed to physical tests, medical exams, and verification. Check results at respective center links or the main results page.

UP Madarsa Board declares 2024 results for Molvi, Munshi, Kamil, Alim, and Fazil on May 30, 2024. 114,723 students participated, with 101,602 passing (88.5%). Girls outperformed boys, scoring 90.3% versus 86.7%. Access results online at madarsaboard.upsdc.gov.in. Direct link is given here.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has announced the AP ICET 2024 results today, May 30. Candidates can download their scorecards from cets.apsche.ap.gov.in using their registration and hall ticket numbers. The exam was held on May 6, 2024 in a computer-based test format.

The Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) has released the ATMA May 2024 exam results today, May 30, 2024. Candidates who appeared for the exam on May 25, 2024, can download their scorecards from atmaaims.com. Follow the provided steps to access the results. The exam was held in a single session from 9 am to noon for admission to postgraduate management programs.

This week’s sci-five quiz is on the third eyelid

The first admission list for IIT JAM 2024 is out. It is accessible through the official portal. Candidates must log in with their credentials to view their status. The counselling schedule includes multiple rounds, each with specific deadlines for seat booking and fee payment. Read on for direct link to the admission list and other details.