Current Affairs - Technology

Christina Ernst, a Google software engineer and Founder of SheBuildsRobots.org designed the "world's first AI dress." Named the "Medusa dress," it features robotic snakes programmed to detect faces, showcasing a blend of fashion and artificial intelligence. Ernst's creation has gained attention online for its innovative use of technology in clothing, demonstrating her skills in engineering and robotics. Her project aims to inspire and educate, particularly focusing on empowering girls in tech through platforms like SheBuildsRobots.org.

The eSankhyiki portal launched by MoSPI aims to enhance data access by centralizing and streamlining access to comprehensive national statistical data. It includes features like a Data Catalogue Module with over 2291 datasets and a Macro Indicators Module providing time-series data, aimed at supporting planners, policymakers, researchers, and the public in making informed decisions based on robust statistical insights.

France collaborated with China in launching the Space Variable Objects Monitor satellite, aimed at studying gamma-ray bursts. This joint effort follows their previous collaboration on the China-France Oceanography Satellite in 2018, highlighting France's involvement in space exploration initiatives with China.

Scientists at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have developed a 3D hydrogel culture system that replicates human lungs, enhancing tuberculosis (TB) research capabilities. This innovative model, made from collagen, enables prolonged observation periods and provides a more accurate representation of human lung tissue compared to conventional 2D models. The advancement aims to facilitate detailed studies on Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) infection dynamics and efficacy of TB drugs, potentially leading to improved treatments and insights into combating this infectious disease effectively.

SpaceX has been awarded an $843 million contract by NASA to develop a spacecraft designed to safely deorbit the International Space Station (ISS) by approximately 2030. This contract marks a significant step in NASA's plans to manage the controlled deorbiting of the ISS at the end of its operational life, ensuring a safe re-entry into Earth's atmosphere and minimizing space debris.