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Researchers are tapping into idled electric vehicles to act as mobile generators and help power overworked and aging electricity grids. After analyzing energy demand on Alberta's power grid during rush hour, the research proposes an innovative way to replenish electrical grids with power generated from fuel cells in trucks.

A groundbreaking 3D, three-layer nanomatrix vascular sheet that possesses multiple features of atherosclerosis has been applied for developing a high-throughput functional assay of drug candidates to treat this disease, researchers report.

New research concludes novel ideas tend to generate conflicting evaluations because people lack common points of reference from which to judge them. Such mixed reviews lead to negative perceptions about the idea's usefulness, resulting in missed opportunities to drive innovation.

In women living with HIV, preventive treatment with DHA-PPQ is a safe and effective strategy to prevent malaria during pregnancy, according to the final results of the MAMAH clinical trial.

The COVID-19 vaccines were priced many times more when State governments and private hospitals were asked to procure them directly from the companies

Bringing scientific research into mainstream conversation is the need of the hour and we require coordinated effort to ensure that the scientific environment of the country goes from strength to strength, says Kris Gopalakrishnan, president of the Infosys Science Foundation

The study found structural and functional damage to muscles in Long COVID, likely from a deranged immune response. The cause of tiredness was identified as muscle cells not receiving sufficient energy from mitochondria

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) announces a recruitment drive for 169 Constable (General Duty) positions under the sports quota. Interested candidates with notable achievements in sports can apply through rect.crpf.gov.in from January 16 to February 15, 2024. Recognizing outstanding players in Gymnastics, Judo, Wushu, and more, this initiative aims to encourage talent and promote sports within CRPF. Eligible candidates are encouraged to embrace this opportunity, contributing their athletic prowess to the force through this unique sports quota recruitment.

SSC CHSL 2023 Tier-II Answer Key and candidates' Response Sheets are now available for download. The exam was conducted on January 10, 2024. Candidates can submit representations for tentative Answer Keys from January 13 to January 15, 2024, with a fee of Rs 100 per challenged question. The final result option-cum-preference window will be activated soon. Failure to exercise preferences during this period will disqualify candidates from inclusion in the final merit list. Stay tuned for updates on the SSC website.

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Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has announced the Combined Examination 2024 for Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) and Drawing Teachers, aiming to fill 5118 vacancies across various departments in the Government of Delhi. Eligible candidates can apply online from February 8 to March 8, 2024. The recruitment drive covers diverse subjects, offering substantial teaching opportunities. Applicants are advised to check DSSSB's website for detailed advertisements and eligibility criteria, with examinations to be conducted at a later date.

UPSC announced the final results of the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination, 2023, selecting 258 candidates for prominent roles. The examination process, spanning from February to December 2023, includes preliminary and main stages. Successful candidates will fill vacancies in Geologist, Scientist 'B' (Hydrogeology, Geophysics, Chemical), and more. The appointment, subject to eligibility conditions, will be made by the government based on merit and candidate preferences. Results and marks will be accessible on the UPSC website.

Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) invites applications for 5934 Animal Attendant vacancies in the Animal Husbandry Department. Eligible 10th pass candidates can apply online from January 19 to February 17, 2024. The selection process involves a Written Exam, Document Verification, and Medical Examination, with a monthly salary ranging from Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 56,900. The recruitment emphasizes inclusivity with 5281 vacancies in Non-Scheduled Areas and 653 in Scheduled Areas. Detailed information is available on the official website www.rssb.rajasthan.gov.in.

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced plans to provide employment opportunities for 60,000 youngsters from families earning less than Rs 1.80 lakh annually. Under 'Mission 60,000,' initiatives include engaging 'Van Mitra' individuals, recruiting contractual employees, and training 15,000 civil engineering diploma or degree holders to become contractors. Khattar highlighted the government's commitment to uplifting the youth, by providing loans and exemptions. The announcement was made during the 'Vivekananda Youth Mahasammelan' on Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary.

The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, granted in-principle approval for annual-period-based guest teachers to elevate educational standards. It also sanctioned posts in various departments, including Junior Engineers and Technicians. Other decisions encompassed upgrading a hospital, raising the marriageable age of girls, and approving a memorandum for a milk processing plant. Additionally, the Cabinet endorsed a housing scheme for widows and single women and extended maternity leave for women in the Education Department.

TNUSRB declared results for the Grade II Constable, Jail Warders, and Fireman preliminary exam, held on December 10, 2023. The PDF format result, featuring successful candidates' roll numbers, is accessible on the official website. The selection process includes PET, PMT, Endurance Test, and Certificate Verification, scheduled for February 6, 2024. Aspirants cleared the written test, moving closer to competitive salary structures. The article guides candidates on downloading results online, providing crucial insights into the recruitment process.

Oxidative coupling of methane (OCM) is now one step closer to leaving the lab and entering the real world. Researchers have developed an OCM catalyst that exceeds 30 percent when it comes to the production of ethylene.

Researchers have engineered one of the world's first yeast cells able to harness energy from light, expanding our understanding of the evolution of this trait -- and paving the way for advancements in biofuel production and cellular aging.

The so-called Rice Yellow Mottle Virus (for short: RYMV) is responsible for high crop losses in Africa, particularly among small-scale farmers. A research team has now produced rice lines that are resistant to the disease by means of genome editing. The rice varieties are a preliminary step toward being able to generate resistant locally adapted elite varieties for small-scale food producers in Africa.