The German pharmaceutical giant Schering AG is in for a hard time. Androcur and Diane 35, 2 of its best-selling drugs marketed in Europe, are suspected to be potential causes of cancer. Tests carried

• Nicolas Hayek, chairperson of SMH AG, is looking for a partner to introduce the automotive equivalent of the Swatch watch he made famous in the 1980s. Hayek's inexpensive, stylish and

In the first week of December, the Prime Minister's office gave the go-ahead for the establishment of the National Drug Authority (NDA) to oversee the formulation and supply of medicines in the

In this and the following issue, DOWN TO EARTH presents a review of India's ten best scientific research projects. The selection is based on the opinions of eminent scientists from reputed institutions. Unravelling the mysteries of the cosmos through stat

• Western mining companies are rushing towards a new eldorado: Cuba. This year, Joutel Resources of Canada became the first western firm to sign an exploration agreement with the Cuban mining

Two groups of Indian scientists have developed anti leprosy vaccines that they claim are also effective in helping victims recover.

India's largest particle accelerator installed in Delhi is a boon for scientists studying the behaviour of particles at high speeds.

Restructuring molecules for specific purposes be it symmetry of design or to develop medicinal drugs has come of age in India.

The Institute of Plasma Research in Gujarat is working to make power generation from nuclear fusion a reality.