Scientists develop frog-inspired ‘brain-like’ sensor to cut energy use in electronics

April 9, 2026 6:53 PM

Scientists develop frog-inspired ‘brain-like’ sensor to cut energy use in electronics

In a major breakthrough for next-generation computing, scientists in India have developed a humidity-responsive, brain-like sensor inspired by frogs that could significantly reduce energy consumption in conventional electronic systems. The innovative neuromorphic sensor, created by researchers at the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), mimics how biological systems sense, process, and store information simultane...

Indian scientists achieve breakthrough in temperature-controlled nanomaterials for future electronics

April 9, 2026 6:50 PM

Indian scientists achieve breakthrough in temperature-controlled nanomaterials for future electronics

In a significant advancement for next-generation electronics, Indian researchers have developed a novel method to control the structural, optical, and electrical properties of nanomaterials using temperature, opening new possibilities for smart and adaptive technologies. The breakthrough was achieved by a team from the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), Bengaluru, in collaboration with the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR). Both institutions operate...

Invest in India, Invest in Uttar Pradesh: PM Modi at UP International Trade Show 2025

September 25, 2025 2:54 PM

Invest in India, Invest in Uttar Pradesh: PM Modi at UP International Trade Show 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025 (UPITS-2025) in Greater Noida, emphasising India’s growth trajectory, reforms, and the need for self-reliance in research, manufacturing, and trade. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister underscored the importance of research, stating, “Investment in this domain must increase manifold. Private investment in research is now imperative, and we must create a comprehensive ecosystem for i...

Electronics, engineering, agricultural goods propel India’s export growth: CRISIL

November 18, 2024 3:24 PM

Electronics, engineering, agricultural goods propel India’s export growth: CRISIL

India's core group exports surged 27.7 per cent in October with growth being particularly strong in categories such as engineering goods, electronic goods, chemicals, textiles, marine products and rice, according to a CRISIL report released on Monday. Growth improved for key core sectors such as engineering goods (39.4 per cent vs 10.6 per cent), drugs and pharmaceuticals (8.2 per cent vs 7.2 per cent), organic and inorganic chemicals (27.4 per cent vs 11.2 per cent) and electronic goods (45.7 ...

Futuristic sectors like AI, Pharma, Electronics and food processing hold tremendous potential for Goa: Piyush Goyal

November 8, 2024 11:16 PM

Futuristic sectors like AI, Pharma, Electronics and food processing hold tremendous potential for Goa: Piyush Goyal

Goa’s future lies in sectors like data centres, artificial intelligence, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and food processing, according to Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal. Addressing the Amazing Goa Business Summit, Goyal emphasized the state’s growing potential beyond its tourism industry. While Goa is traditionally known for its tourism, Goyal stressed that these modern, high-tech sectors can significantly boost the state’s economy. "Goa holds tremendous potential in ...