Officials from the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research assert that Ghana possesses the necessary technical expertise for a citywide BRT network, but implementation is stalled by a lack of governmental commitment.
Ghanaian political figure Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings has committed public funds to support scientific research into biodegradable plastic alternatives derived from cassava and hemp. The initiative aims to reduce environmental pollution by replacing conventional petroleum-based materials with sustainable agricultural products.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the answer keys for the CSIR-NET June 2026 examination. Candidates can raise objections until August 18, with UGC NET June 2026 answer keys also expected today.
Ghana's annual tomato imports exceed US$230 million, and a disease-driven collapse in ginger production has led to 99% import dependency, according to CSIR researchers.
Union Science Minister Jitendra Singh dedicated the CSIR-NBRI eco-educational hub in Lucknow, a new facility focused on environmental education and biodiversity conservation, featuring a heritage trail.
Scientists from Ghana's Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) are encouraging farmers to adopt climate-smart agricultural practices to reduce crop damage caused by flooding.
More than 150,000 candidates participated in the UGC-NET CSIR June 2026 session examination, with expectations for the answer keys to be released shortly.
A new chicken processing plant is being established near Hungary's renowned Szentes tomato and pepper fields, raising concerns that it will destroy organic farming in the area. Local authorities and the factory are not adequately assisting the affected farmer.
A 'pee card gate' controversy in Hungary questions the extent to which a chicken factory can restrict workers' bathroom breaks, touching upon labor law and the general right to health.
The Director of CSIR-FRI has encouraged Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana's food processing sector to embrace available technologies, while also emphasizing the critical need for greater support to help them acquire the necessary processing equipment.
The CSIR Soil Research Institute has raised an alarm over the deteriorating state of Ghana's soil health, attributing the crisis to a complete lack of government funding for their research efforts. The institute is calling for urgent national action to address the critical issue.
Residents of a historic palace in Szeged, Hungary, have been in a seven-year dispute with a local KFC restaurant, complaining about the smell of burnt oil, early morning deliveries, and equipment noise. The case has already gone to court.
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, has confirmed substantial job cuts, attributing the decision to rising operational costs. Despite the workforce reduction, executive staff assert they can still meet their climate change research obligations.
Montenegro's Government Security Operations Center (CIRT) has received TF-CSIRT accreditation, a significant international recognition confirming its high standards in organization, procedures, information protection, and effective response.
A Chinese company has unveiled a massive, real-life transformer-like robot, described as 'every boy's dream.' The advanced robot, capable of transforming, is reportedly priced at $650,000.
Penny TO GO products have been recalled from circulation in Hungary due to microbiological non-compliance, affecting items like Brassói and Chicken Paprikash.
KNUST's Career Services Centre, in collaboration with the Faculties of Biosciences and Built Environment, is hosting industry engagement events for final-year students. These events connect students with various organizations, including the FDA, CSIR-FRI, Blue Skies, and the Construction Chamber, for career opportunities.
Hungary is set to export chicken feet to China, a move that comes as the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement is expected to lead to 10-15% cheaper chicken for consumers but could bankrupt 20-30% of producers.
India's CSIR-IICT has collaborated with a local firm to develop and implement technology for converting plastic waste into fuel, addressing environmental concerns and promoting sustainable energy.
CSIR-CFTRI in Mysuru has developed a mobile processing unit specifically for Northeast India, offering a viable and profitable business opportunity to support farmers and producers in the region.
Montenegro's Government Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT), MNE GOV CIRT, has officially achieved 'Listed' status within the directory of the European TF-CSIRT community, enhancing its role in cyber incident management.
German Chancellor Merz met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, but reports suggest he struggled to secure significant agreements on critical issues for German industry.
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has introduced an early detection technology known as ‘Spore Smart Collector’ to help farmers identify crop diseases before they spread.
CSIR–NIIST is set to transfer its innovative designer rice technology, enriched with protein and micronutrients while boasting a lower glycaemic impact. This initiative aims to transform polished white rice into a healthier staple, with licenses granted to Tata Consumer Products Ltd and SS Soul Foods. The event will also see the transfer of other advanced technologies.
A senior researcher from Ghana's Council for Scientific and Industrial Research argues that continuous road widening is unsustainable for managing rising vehicle numbers and urban traffic gridlock.
An Australian mining firm has collaborated with the national science agency CSIRO to optimize a dry deposition battery production process, reducing technical risks for commercial scaling.
Scientists at Ghana's Council for Scientific and Industrial Research-Water Research Institute (CSIR-WRI) have developed an integrated aquaculture-agriculture system that transforms fish farming wastewater into a valuable input for crop production, aiming to boost food security and reduce pollution.
A senior scientist from Ghana's CSIR-Water Research Institute has warned that approximately 60% of the country's water bodies are now polluted due to illegal mining activities, locally known as 'Galamsey'.
The Polish Ministry of Energy is developing new emergency plans that will require energy market participants to ensure the continuous operation of systems collaborating with the Central Energy Market Information System (CSIRE).
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has raised concerns about new 'green' crackers containing banned chemicals. The Centre has tasked CSIR-NEERI with reducing pollution levels by 50%.
North Macedonia's Ministry of Energy held a meeting to discuss concrete activities for establishing an Energy CSIRT (Computer Security Incident Response Team) within the Ministry, aiming to create a sectoral cybersecurity team for energy.
A CSIRO report found that building 10 new dams in New South Wales's northern rivers could have reduced the 2022 Lismore floods, which killed 13 people, by two metres, though governments have not committed to these measures.
OmniBSIC Bank, in collaboration with CSIR-IIR and Ocean Tribe Foundation, has initiated a school-based plastic recovery project to promote environmental sustainability.
The Director of the Savannah Agricultural Research Institute (SARI) of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has voiced concern over the low patronage of locally developed crop seedlings, despite significant investment, due to imported alternatives.
Residents of a historic building in Szeged are complaining about the persistent smell of fried chicken and frequent drainage issues caused by greasy waste, which are making their lives unpleasant.
Ghana's Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)–Plant Genetic Resources Research Institute is experiencing a severe funding shortage, jeopardizing its efforts to preserve the country's agricultural heritage and biodiversity.
Images released by the Una Terra Foundation reveal the harsh realities of industrial chicken farming in Hungary, showing animals suffering in cramped, unsanitary conditions, which reportedly reflect the typical environment for 98% of the country's store-bought chicken.
Scientists warn that planned job cuts at Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, will hinder the country's ability to provide climate projections for global reports, with a third of the climate model team reportedly facing dismissal.
A review of a ramen restaurant in Budapest's District VIII, highlighting its unique approach, including the possibility of making udon with chicken paprikash.
India's National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the e-certificates for the CSIR UGC NET December 2025 examination. Candidates can access their certificates through the official website, csirnet.nta.nic.in.
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research–Institute of Industrial Research (CSIR-IIR) in Ghana has called for deeper collaboration between research institutions and industry to drive sustainable industrial development.
A research scientist from Ghana's CSIR-SRI has urged the government to adopt a community-driven strategy to tackle illegal mining, arguing against top-down enforcement.
Scientists from Ghana's Council for Scientific and Industrial Research at the Forestry Research Institute of Ghana (CSIR-FORIG) are intensifying efforts to educate young people about climate change and environmental protection.
InSolare Energy has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with CSIR-SERC to enhance the scientific testing, structural reliability, and engineering excellence of its renewable energy portfolio.
Scientists are still speculating why the small predatory dinosaur Alnashetri, weighing only 70 decagrams, did not grow larger. It was previously thought that its ant-based diet might have been a limiting factor.
Environment Minister-designate Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings is pushing for CSIR research grants to develop cassava and hemp substitutes amid growing plastic waste challenges.
Ghana's food security is severely threatened by widespread acidic soils, low organic matter, and low carbon content, which are significantly hampering agricultural productivity across the country.
Scientists at Ghana's Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) have called for coordinated, sustainable, and science-based measures to restore the nation's polluted water bodies and ensure water security.
Aspirants for UGC-NET, ICAR, and CSIR exams are awaiting a response from the National Testing Agency (NTA) regarding answer keys, receiving only a message of "thank you for your patience."
A British study reveals that the rapid expansion of industrial chicken farming is creating ideal conditions for the spread of a dangerous bacterium, campylobacter, posing a risk to consumers.
Professor Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, Ghana's former Minister of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, has criticized successive governments for neglecting key scientific bodies like the CSIR and Ghana Atomic Energy Commission.
A CSIRO GenCost report contradicts claims by the Coalition and One Nation parties that abandoning net-zero emissions targets would lower power prices, also finding that nuclear power would be the most expensive generation method.
Scientists in Ghana are working to preserve the nation's plant genetic resources as biodiversity loss, driven by illegal mining, deforestation, land degradation, and climate change, threatens food security and ecosystems.
A Senior Research Scientist at the CSIR-Water Research Institute has raised concerns over the severe environmental and public health risks posed by refuse dumped at the McCarthy Down landfill site, specifically highlighting its threat to the Weija Dam in Ghana.
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) warns that Ghana's agricultural transformation agenda is being undermined by the weak application of existing soil data, rather than a lack of scientific knowledge.
A senior soil scientist in Ghana has raised concerns that many imported fertilizers may not be suitable for local soil conditions and could be contributing to land degradation.
CSIRO scientists in Australia have utilized a powerful radio telescope located in Western Australia to map the magnetic fields of the Milky Way galaxy. Their research aims to uncover crucial clues regarding the galaxy's origins and evolution.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the opening of applications for the June 2026 session of the CSIR UGC NET examination. Interested candidates can apply through the official website, csirnet.nta.nic.in.
Mirtill, a chicken, served as a paratrooper in the British army during World War II, but did not survive her first mission in the Battle of Arnhem. She is still remembered in England for her unique role.
The Albanese government will increase funding for the national science agency CSIRO by $387.4 million, following a petition signed by tens of thousands and analysis showing its funding is at its lowest since 1978.
An educational article highlights pothole repair technologies developed by CSIR-CRRI, providing essential information for UPSC civil service exam aspirants.
Australian farmers are grappling with a significant increase in mouse populations, described as an 'ultimate breeding machine' boom. The CSIRO has warned about the explosion, though the exact cause remains partially unknown.
CSIR-Crops Research Institute (CRI) and Newage Agric Solutions have jointly launched a new hybrid maize seed aimed at boosting agricultural productivity in Ghana.
CSIR-NGRI and SRI have partnered to collaborate on advancing geothermal energy exploration, aiming to develop new technologies and methods in the field.
Amid LPG shortages, India's CSIR-NCL has developed a homegrown Dimethyl Ether (DME) technology, promising a cleaner alternative fuel and aiming for industrial-scale production.
Crop researchers at Ghana's CSIR-CRI are testing new technological devices to detect real-time disease infections on farmers’ fields, aiming for early intervention.
A recent study indicates that the predatory dinosaur T. rex moved differently than previously believed, suggesting a gait similar to an eight-ton chicken.
CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology has created a new technology that significantly improves the stability of instant coffee crema without needing external ingredients.