<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Science - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/rss/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Science news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening!]]></description><language>en-in</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:45:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Archaeologists unearthed a rare 2,600-year-old Assyrian stele, a decade after ISIS damaged the city]]></title><description><![CDATA[A stunning 2,600-year-old Assyrian monument has surfaced in Nineveh, Iraq, celebrating the architectural feats of King Ashurbanipal. Unearthed amidst restoration efforts at the Shamash Gate, this stone artifact reveals essential details about Assyrian urban development. This significant find stands as a testament to the resilience of cultural identities, aiding in reconciling historical disruptions and preservation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/archaeologists-unearthed-a-rare-2600-year-old-assyrian-stele-a-decade-after-isis-damaged-the-city/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/archaeologists-unearthed-a-rare-2600-year-old-assyrian-stele-a-decade-after-isis-damaged-the-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Earth has regulated its climate for 60 million years through a hidden ocean feedback]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study has identified a natural process that may have helped keep Earth's climate stable for the past 60 million years. Researchers found that changes in sea level controlled the amount of phosphate reaching the oceans, affecting marine life, carbon burial beneath the seafloor and the level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. The findings offer a new explanation for how Earth naturally regulated long-term warming and cooling.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/earth-has-regulated-its-climate-for-60-million-years-through-a-hidden-ocean-feedback/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/earth-has-regulated-its-climate-for-60-million-years-through-a-hidden-ocean-feedback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scientists use teeth to trace childhood journeys of Africans freed from slave ships]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new study has uncovered the childhood origins of 152 Africans rescued from illegal slave ships and taken to Saint Helena nearly 200 years ago. Using tooth chemistry, ancient DNA and historical records, researchers found they came from different parts of Central Africa, with many forced to travel long distances before reaching the coast. The findings help restore the identities of people whose lives were erased by the transatlantic slave trade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/scientists-use-teeth-to-trace-childhood-journeys-of-africans-freed-from-slave-ships/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/scientists-use-teeth-to-trace-childhood-journeys-of-africans-freed-from-slave-ships/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Famous chimpanzees solved puzzles that changed how humans understood intelligence, but their move to Berlin had a tragic ending]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pioneering chimpanzee experiments revealed advanced intelligence and problem-solving skills.These apes demonstrated insight, challenging human uniqueness in reasoning.After their research, the chimpanzees faced harsh conditions in Berlin.Their welfare declined, and their lives were largely overlooked by history.New research highlights their forgotten stories and ethical responsibilities in science.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/famous-chimpanzees-solved-puzzles-that-changed-how-humans-understood-intelligence-but-their-move-to-berlin-had-a-tragic-ending/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/famous-chimpanzees-solved-puzzles-that-changed-how-humans-understood-intelligence-but-their-move-to-berlin-had-a-tragic-ending/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sequoia trees: Ancient grooves that need fire to reproduce, but are being killed by massive modern wildfires]]></title><description><![CDATA[A recent study has shown that wildfires have decimated seventeen percent of mature giant sequoias since 2015, leaving many groves vulnerable to further threats. Alarmingly, only twenty-six percent of the remaining areas have high wildfire resistance. Efforts to restore resilience and health are actively taking place in forty-four groves. The combination of warm winters and dry spells heightens the danger of future devastating wildfires.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/sequoia-trees-ancient-grooves-that-need-fire-to-reproduce-but-are-being-killed-by-massive-modern-wildfires/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/sequoia-trees-ancient-grooves-that-need-fire-to-reproduce-but-are-being-killed-by-massive-modern-wildfires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cyclospora outbreak in US: What to know about the explosive stomach infection and its source]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United States is currently grappling with the most significant Cyclospora outbreak in its history, with over one thousand six hundred confirmed cases spanning forty-five states. Health officials are actively tracing potential sources, with lettuce emerging as a major suspect. To mitigate risks, health experts emphasize standard hygiene and food safety practices. This parasite season is expected to last until late August.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/cyclospora-outbreak-in-us-what-to-know-about-the-explosive-stomach-infection-and-its-source/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/cyclospora-outbreak-in-us-what-to-know-about-the-explosive-stomach-infection-and-its-source/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why everything Marie Curie and her husband touched is kept in lead-lined boxes till date]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a humble Paris shed, Marie and Pierre Curie painstakingly extracted radium from pitchblende, embarking on a journey that would earn them Nobel Prizes and revolutionize cancer treatments. Their meticulous research not only revealed the dangers of radioactive materials, which still pose risks today, but also left a legacy that continues to inspire scientists and medical innovators around the world.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/why-everything-marie-curie-and-her-husband-touched-is-kept-in-lead-lined-boxes-till-date/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/why-everything-marie-curie-and-her-husband-touched-is-kept-in-lead-lined-boxes-till-date/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Study finds James Webb could underestimate water on sub-Neptune exoplanets]]></title><description><![CDATA[New research suggests sub-Neptune exoplanets may hide significant water layers. These hidden layers could make atmospheric observations underestimate total water content. The James Webb Space Telescope's current methods might miss these deeper water reservoirs. This discovery could reshape how scientists interpret data from distant worlds. Future models will account for chemical layering in planetary interiors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/study-finds-james-webb-could-underestimate-water-on-sub-neptune-exoplanets/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/study-finds-james-webb-could-underestimate-water-on-sub-neptune-exoplanets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nasa's Curiosity rover discovers evidence of an ancient sandstorm preserved in Mars rocks for billions of years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nasa's Curiosity rover discovered ancient sandstorm evidence in Gale Crater. Delicate ripple-like layers reveal a single weather event from billions of years ago. This discovery indicates Mars once had a much denser atmosphere than today. These formations are the first definitive evidence of an ancient Martian sandstorm. The preserved event offers a rare glimpse into early Martian climate conditions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/nasas-curiosity-rover-discovers-evidence-of-an-ancient-sandstorm-preserved-in-mars-rocks-for-billions-of-years/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 08:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/nasas-curiosity-rover-discovers-evidence-of-an-ancient-sandstorm-preserved-in-mars-rocks-for-billions-of-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scientists discover heat-resistant coral reefs across 71 countries that could help protect oceans]]></title><description><![CDATA[A groundbreaking study has revealed the extensive mapping of over 64,000 square miles of heat-resistant coral reefs globally, empowered by artificial intelligence across 71 nations and 100 territories. These extraordinary underwater locales feature traits that help coral ecosystems endure and rebound from intense marine heatwaves. The outcomes of this research present an essential blueprint for focused conservation financing and the safeguarding of marine life during the alarming bleaching epide]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/scientists-discover-heat-resistant-coral-reefs-across-71-countries-that-could-help-protect-oceans/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/scientists-discover-heat-resistant-coral-reefs-across-71-countries-that-could-help-protect-oceans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quote of the day by Isaac Newton: "No great discovery was ever made without&hellip;"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Genuine scientific progress begins with a bold guess, a question without an immediate answer.This initial hypothesis, though unproven, provides a crucial starting point for investigation.Curiosity fuels the process, opening avenues for evidence to later confirm or refute ideas.Even if the attribution is uncertain, the sentiment reflects how discovery truly functions.Fear of being wrong often hinders people from proposing new concepts for testing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/quote-of-the-day-by-isaac-newton-no-great-discovery-was-ever-made-withouthellip/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/quote-of-the-day-by-isaac-newton-no-great-discovery-was-ever-made-withouthellip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scientists played human voices near Alaska salmon streams and found that bears and eagles fled]]></title><description><![CDATA[New findings from Canadian researchers reveal that human sounds near Alaska's salmon streams significantly disturb wildlife, leading to grizzly bears avoiding feeding areas. This interference disrupts the natural nutrient transfer to surrounding forests, emphasizing the detrimental effects of human activity on essential ecosystem dynamics. Scientists propose enhanced land management practices to safeguard these critical ecological processes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/scientists-played-human-voices-near-alaska-salmon-streams-and-found-that-bears-and-eagles-fled/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/scientists-played-human-voices-near-alaska-salmon-streams-and-found-that-bears-and-eagles-fled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Japan is building a system to beam wireless electricity from space directly to Earth: Inside the OHISAMA mission that could change how we power our homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Japan's OHISAMA project aims to launch a satellite by 2026. This mission will demonstrate beaming solar energy from space to Earth.The project seeks to overcome limitations of land-based solar power generation. Success could lead to larger orbital power stations by 2050.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/japan-is-building-a-system-to-beam-wireless-electricity-from-space-directly-to-earth-inside-the-ohisama-mission-that-could-change-how-we-power-our-homes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/japan-is-building-a-system-to-beam-wireless-electricity-from-space-directly-to-earth-inside-the-ohisama-mission-that-could-change-how-we-power-our-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chimpanzees climb hills, meerkats close ranks: Scientists tell what animals do before war]]></title><description><![CDATA[Social animals exhibit fascinating preemptive behaviors when anticipating conflicts with rival groups. They engage in various strategies such as gathering information and assessing risks prior to any altercation. Depending on the magnitude of the threat perceived, species might amplify their alertness, assert territorial claims, bolster social connections, or even embark on offensive actions against adversaries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/chimpanzees-climb-hills-meerkats-close-ranks-scientists-tell-what-animals-do-before-war/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/chimpanzees-climb-hills-meerkats-close-ranks-scientists-tell-what-animals-do-before-war/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[China’s giant sinkholes are protecting an endangered tree, but they may also be trapping its future]]></title><description><![CDATA[In China, vast sinkholes provide a refuge for the rare Magnolia aromatica trees, buffering them against the harsh realities of climate change. These subterranean havens create stable microclimates that support these endangered species. However, this isolation can limit genetic diversity and hinder the trees' adaptability to future environmental changes. To ensure their survival, conservation efforts must focus on safeguarding habitats while facilitating gene flow between populations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/chinas-giant-sinkholes-are-protecting-an-endangered-tree-but-they-may-also-be-trapping-its-future/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/chinas-giant-sinkholes-are-protecting-an-endangered-tree-but-they-may-also-be-trapping-its-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scientists studied 30 Sierra Nevada ponds that can swing 20°C in a day. Shrinking snowpack may make them smaller, warmer and more nutrient-rich]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mountain ponds in California's Sierra Nevada show significant daily temperature changes. Winter snowpack profoundly influences pond size and water temperature throughout summer. Less snowfall leads to warmer, smaller ponds with concentrated nutrients. Climate change projections indicate reduced snowpack, impacting these delicate ecosystems. These small water bodies play a crucial role in mountain biodiversity and nutrient cycling.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/scientists-studied-30-sierra-nevada-ponds-that-can-swing-20c-in-a-day-shrinking-snowpack-may-make-them-smaller-warmer-and-more-nutrient-rich/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/scientists-studied-30-sierra-nevada-ponds-that-can-swing-20c-in-a-day-shrinking-snowpack-may-make-them-smaller-warmer-and-more-nutrient-rich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Japan’s abandoned rice fields are being restored into year-round wetlands to replenish groundwater and bring back frogs, dragonflies and endangered aquatic wildlife]]></title><description><![CDATA[Abandoned rice fields in Japan's Aso region are being restored into permanent wetlands to help refill groundwater and provide a safe habitat for frogs, dragonflies and other freshwater wildlife. The community-led project brings together local residents and researchers, showing how unused farmland can support biodiversity while helping restore water resources for the future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/japans-abandoned-rice-fields-are-being-restored-into-year-round-wetlands-to-replenish-groundwater-and-bring-back-frogs-dragonflies-and-endangered-aquatic-wildlife/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/japans-abandoned-rice-fields-are-being-restored-into-year-round-wetlands-to-replenish-groundwater-and-bring-back-frogs-dragonflies-and-endangered-aquatic-wildlife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago-sized iceberg A-84 breaks away from Antarctica: Scientists warn melting ice could raise sea level and threaten coastal cities from New York to Mumbai]]></title><description><![CDATA[A massive iceberg named A-84 calved from Antarctica, revealing a hidden marine ecosystem. Scientists investigated the newly exposed seafloor using a high-tech underwater robot. This discovery showed a colourful landscape of diverse marine life thriving for centuries. The iceberg's breakaway also highlights the alarming rate of Antarctic ice melt. Understanding these changes is critical for predicting future sea level rise.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/chicago-sized-iceberg-a-84-breaks-away-from-antarctica-scientists-warn-melting-ice-could-raise-sea-level-and-threaten-coastal-cities-from-new-york-to-mumbai/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/chicago-sized-iceberg-a-84-breaks-away-from-antarctica-scientists-warn-melting-ice-could-raise-sea-level-and-threaten-coastal-cities-from-new-york-to-mumbai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scientists find two tiny frogs living together in a misty Peruvian forest above 3,000 metres]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scientists discovered two new tiny frog species in Peru's elfin forests. These unique frogs belong to the Phrynopus group and hatch as miniature adults. One frog displays bright red patches, while the other shows bold black markings. Their elfin forest habitat is rare and faces threats from human activities. These discoveries highlight the ongoing exploration of unexplored natural environments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/scientists-find-two-tiny-frogs-living-together-in-a-misty-peruvian-forest-above-3000-metres/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/scientists-find-two-tiny-frogs-living-together-in-a-misty-peruvian-forest-above-3000-metres/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scientists find microplastics in one of Earth's most isolated ecosystems: Indian Ocean hit hardest with up to 14.7 times more particles than Pacific specimens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Microplastics have infiltrated remote deep-sea hydrothermal vent ecosystems globally. A recent study found microplastics in ninety-two percent of examined deep-sea animals. Polystyrene was the most frequently detected polymer among the plastic particles found. Feeding behavior influenced microplastic accumulation within the animals' bodies. Animals from the Indian Ocean showed significantly higher microplastic concentrations than Pacific specimens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/scientists-find-microplastics-in-one-of-earths-most-isolated-ecosystems-indian-ocean-hit-hardest-with-up-to-147-times-more-particles-than-pacific-specimens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-science-news/scientists-find-microplastics-in-one-of-earths-most-isolated-ecosystems-indian-ocean-hit-hardest-with-up-to-147-times-more-particles-than-pacific-specimens/</guid></item></channel></rss>