Women make up only 28% of the workforce in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), and men vastly outnumber women majoring in most STEM fields in college. The gender gaps are exceptionally high in some of the fastest-growing and highest-paid jobs of the future, like computer science and … [Read more...] about Women in STEM
Archives for February 2023
Solar Storms
What are solar storms? How are they formed? What is its history? what are the different types of Solar storms? What are its effects on Earth? Read further to know more. A study found that solar storms, which are abrupt discharges of high-energy solar particles, can interfere with grey whales' … [Read more...] about Solar Storms
Multi Modal Logistics Parks
The projected Multi Modal Logistics Parks (MMLP) under the Bharatmala scheme are subject to a 45-year concession period, which the government recently expanded for 30 years. What are Multi-Modal Logistics Parks (MMLP)? What is its focus? How is it designed? Read further to read about Multi Modal … [Read more...] about Multi Modal Logistics Parks
Mountains
How Mountains are formed? How can they be classified? What is the Significance of Mountain Ranges? Read further to know more. A mountain is a landform that sharply protrudes above its surroundings and has notable local relief, steep slopes, and a tiny peak region. It's common knowledge that … [Read more...] about Mountains
Crony Capitalism
The term ‘crony capitalism’ has been doing rounds in the news due to the Adani-Hindenburg issue. Cronyism is a type of economic system advantageous for individuals and businesses. The term first originated during the Asian financial crisis of 1997. Read here to learn more about crony … [Read more...] about Crony Capitalism
Lithium Reserves, Applications and Significance
Recently, lithium reserves were found in Jammu & Kashmir by the geological survey of India. Lithium is considered a crucial component for the production of rechargeable batteries, which are used in a variety of electronic devices, including smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles. Read here … [Read more...] about Lithium Reserves, Applications and Significance
Geological Survey of India (GSI)
The Geological Survey of India (GSI) has found lithium deposits in Jammu & Kashmir. GSI is a scientific agency in India to carry out geoscientific activities. In addition to conducting geological surveys and studies of India, it is one of the oldest organizations of its kind in the world and the … [Read more...] about Geological Survey of India (GSI)
CAR T-cell therapy
What is CAR T-cell Therapy? What are the procedures of CAR T-cell Therapy? Where is it used? Why this therapy be expensive in India? What is the significance of CAR T-cell Therapy? Read further to know more. The three basic cancer treatments—surgery, radiation, and systemic therapy—have all … [Read more...] about CAR T-cell therapy
Major telescopes in India and the World
A telescope is a device used to observe distant things by gathering electromagnetic radiation (such as visible light). Which are the major telescopes in India and the world? How are they different from each other? Read the article to know more about major telescopes in India and the world. A … [Read more...] about Major telescopes in India and the World
Environmental conventions and Protocols
What are International Environmental Conventions and Protocols? What is the difference between Conference conventions and protocol? What are the major international conventions and Protocols? Read further to know more. International Environmental conventions and protocols act as tools and … [Read more...] about Environmental conventions and Protocols
