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Unveiling the Invisible Force Behind Star Formation

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  Unveiling the Invisible Force Behind Star Formation In a remarkable breakthrough, scientists have taken a significant step toward understanding one of the universe’s most profound mysteries — how stars are born . A recent study by researchers from the Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) and Assam University has revealed, for the first time, the “skeleton” of magnetic fields surrounding molecular clouds near the Milky Way disc. What makes this discovery important? For decades, scientists believed star formation was primarily a balance between: Gravity pulling matter inward Internal pressure pushing it outward But this research highlights a third critical force — Magnetic Fields , acting as a silent regulator. Key Insights from the Study Two molecular clouds — L1604 and L121 — were analyzed using advanced R-band polarimetry . Scientists mapped how starlight gets polarized while passing through dust aligned by magnetic fields. This enabled them to ...
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Government Initiative for Conservation and Cultivation of Medicinal Plants

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  Government Initiative for Conservation and Cultivation of Medicinal Plants Background India has a rich heritage of medicinal plants, deeply rooted in traditional systems like Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani. However, increasing demand, overharvesting, and habitat loss have put many valuable plant species at risk. Recognizing this, the Government of India has taken significant steps to conserve and promote medicinal plant resources. Introduction The National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) under the Ministry of Ayush is implementing a comprehensive scheme titled: 👉 “Central Sector Scheme for Conservation, Development and Sustainable Management of Medicinal Plants” This initiative aims to ensure sustainable availability of medicinal plants while also improving the livelihoods of farmers and forest communities. Objectives of the Initiative Promote conservation of rare and endangered medicinal plant species Encourage scientific cultivation and sustainable harvesting Strengthen supply cha...
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Simple Molecular Tweak Brings a Big Leap in Electro-Optics A Breakthrough in Nano–Soft Hybrid Materials by CeNS Scientists

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  Simple Molecular Tweak Brings a Big Leap in Electro-Optics A Breakthrough in Nano–Soft Hybrid Materials by CeNS Scientists Background Modern technology increasingly relies on advanced materials that can manipulate light and electricity with high precision. From high-resolution displays and ultra-sensitive sensors to biomedical imaging and next-generation communication devices, electro-optical materials form the backbone of many emerging innovations. However, traditional electro-optical materials often suffer from limitations such as thermal instability, complex manufacturing processes, and high costs . Scientists worldwide have therefore been searching for simpler, more stable, and scalable materials capable of delivering improved optical performance. In a significant development, researchers from the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), Bengaluru , an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India , have created a nov...
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