The Nobel Prize announcements for the year 2024, and the death of Ratan Tata takes the centerstage , among all major events across the globe, and remains the highlight of this week's list of center stage events.
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Centerstage events of week 1
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine...
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine is awarded to US scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for their discovery of microRNA, a molecule that controls cell function. Their groundbreaking research partly using AI reveals how genes, which provide the instructions for life, regulate the development of various cell types in the human body. This process, known as gene regulation, has significant implications for understanding how cells operate and contribute to human health.
Monday, 7 October, 2024
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics is awarded...
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics is awarded to John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton for their foundational work in artificial intelligence. Hopfield, of Princeton, and Hinton, of the University of Toronto, developed artificial neural networks that mimic brain functions like memory storage and learning. Their 1980s research paved the way for modern AI applications, including language translation, facial recognition, and generative AI. Hinton, often called the "godfather of AI," has also warned of its potential dangers.
Tuesday, 8 October, 2024
Considered as the Nobel industrialist in India...
In two seprate incidents: Considered as the nobel industrialist in India, Ratan Tata's death took centerstage along with the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry recognizing two breakthroughs: one in designing novel proteins, and another in predicting protein structures from amino acid sequences. In 2003, David Baker created a new, unique protein, sparking further innovations in pharmaceuticals, vaccines, nanomaterials, and sensors. These discoveries unlock immense potential for scientific and medical advancements partly with Artificial Intelligence.
Wednesday, 9 October, 2024
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature...
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature is awarded to South Korean author Han Kang for her powerful poetic prose that delves into historical traumas and reveals the fragility of human life. Her writing, known for its emotional depth and exploration of painful themes, has earned international recognition for addressing human suffering and resilience. Han Kang's work continues to resonate globally for its profound portrayal of vulnerability and survival.
Thursday, 10 October, 2024
This year's 2024 Nobel Peace Prize...
This year's Nobel Peace Prize is awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a group of Japanese atomic bomb survivors, for their efforts to try and eliminate nuclear weapons and for using personal testimonies to show the devastation they cause. The organization advocates for the rights of all survivors, or Hibakusha, and educates the world on the humanitarian impact of nuclear warfare, striving to ensure that such tragedies never occur again. Their motto is “No more Hibakusha.
Friday, 11 October, 2024
India's stand on UN as "Old Company...
India was notably absent from a letter signed by 104 countries, including those from Europe, Africa, and much of the Global South, condemning Israel for banning U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres from entering its territory. The letter criticized Israel’s decision, stating it undermined the U.N.'s mission, which includes mediating conflicts and providing humanitarian support. Israel declared Guterres persona non grata after accusing him of failing to condemn Iranian missile strikes on Israel. India's decision not to sign the letter is seen as a significant divergence from the Global South and in furtherance to India's stand on UN as "Old Company and a bystander for two conflicts across the globe."
Saturday, 12 October, 2024
Amid rise in housing prices, driven by artificial demand...
Amid rise in housing prices, driven by artificial demand, and induced inflation in the real estate market across the world, a movement for change began today, as twelve thousand people protested in Madrid under the slogan, "Housing is a right, not a business." With Spain being the world's second-most visited country, drawing an estimated 95 million visitors this year, growing concerns have emerged about the impact of tourism on housing availability and affordability. This issue however is not restricted to Sapin or Europe alone as this trend is being replicated globally by real estate consortiums, who are inflating property prices by 300 to 500% above their actual value with no defined government interventions.
Sunday, 13 October, 2024
