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Google DeepMind Launches WeatherNext 3, Advanced AI Weather Model
Google DeepMind has introduced WeatherNext 3, an AI system that improves global weather forecasting accuracy significantly.
ISRO successfully launches EOS-05 Earth observation satellite
The Indian Space Research Organisation launched the EOS-05 satellite, marking its first successful launch of 2026.
Meta's AIRA₃ AI Research Agent Achieves Gold in Kaggle Contest
Meta's AIRA₃ AI agent outperformed 3,992 teams in a Kaggle competition, securing a gold medal for its advanced reasoning capabilities.
NASA's Roman Space Telescope Activates Coronagraph Instrument
NASA's Coronagraph Instrument on the Roman Space Telescope has been powered on, paving the way for exoplanet imaging.
IIT Kanpur Develops AI Miniproteins for Drug Discovery
IIT Kanpur researchers designed miniproteins using AI, enhancing drug discovery for GPCRs on September 3-4, 2026.
AI BioDesign Initiative Launched with $95M Funding for Biological Research
The Allen Institute, UW, and Fred Hutch launched the AI BioDesign initiative with $95 million in funding on September 3, 2026.
AI and Space Computing Challenge Awards 106 Teams for SDG Solutions
The AI and Space Computing Challenge awarded 106 teams for developing AI models addressing global challenges on September 4, 2026.
ISRO launches GSLV-F17 with India's first geosynchronous imaging satellite
ISRO successfully launches GSLV-F17 carrying EOS-05, India's first geosynchronous imaging satellite for Earth observation.
Google DeepMind Launches 3.8 Flash Cyber AI Model for Enhanced Security
Google DeepMind's new 3.8 Flash Cyber AI model improves cybersecurity by autonomously identifying vulnerabilities.
NASA Tests New Mars Helicopter Rotors Surviving Supersonic Conditions
NASA's new Mars helicopter rotors enhance lift by 30%, advancing technology for future Mars exploration.
Google's Android Drop Introduces Guided Vision for Accessibility
Google's new Android Drop features Guided Vision, aiding blind and low-vision users in identifying surroundings.
Google DeepMind launches Gemini 3.7 Flash for coding and agents
Google DeepMind released Gemini 3.7 Flash, enhancing coding and agent capabilities with improved efficiency and accuracy.
NASA and ESA Astronauts Complete 99th U.S. Spacewalk on ISS
NASA astronaut Jessica Meir and ESA's Sophie Adenot completed a 6-hour, 49-minute spacewalk on September 1, 2026.
Türkiye Signs Artemis Accords, Joining 71 Countries
Türkiye has signed the Artemis Accords, committing to peaceful space exploration principles.
Anthropic Enhances AI Alignment Using Automated Researchers
On August 28, 2026, Anthropic published research on automated alignment researchers that effectively mitigated ten types of AI alignment failures.
NASA launches Roman Space Telescope to explore the universe
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has begun its mission to map the universe after a successful launch on August 30, 2026.
NVIDIA and MediaTek Enhance AI Partnership with $3.5B Investment
NVIDIA invests $3.5 billion in MediaTek to advance AI platforms across various sectors including automotive and cloud.
C-DOT Launches 14 Indigenous Quantum Products for Security
C-DOT has introduced 14 indigenous quantum products focused on Quantum Key Distribution and Post-Quantum Cryptography.
SpaceX Successfully Launches Roman Space Telescope with Falcon Heavy
SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy rocket successfully launched NASA’s Roman Space Telescope, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.
IIT Ropar Launches HACK CORE 2026 AI Hackathon for Farmers
IIT Ropar's HACK CORE 2026 invites innovators to develop AI solutions for Indian agriculture.
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Launches Successfully
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launched on August 30, 2026, aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Florida.
Researchers Cultivate Spirulina with Active Vitamin B12 Levels Comparable to Beef
Dr. Asaf Tzachor and collaborators have developed Spirulina with active vitamin B12, matching beef levels, addressing nutritional needs.
UK Announces Winners of Inaugural Agentic AI Pioneers Prize
Innovate UK recognized AI systems addressing real-world challenges with the first Agentic AI Pioneers Prize on August 29, 2026.
NASA's Roman Space Telescope Set for August 30, 2026 Launch
NASA's Roman Space Telescope is ready for launch on August 30, 2026, to explore dark energy and exoplanets.
ANRF establishes 10 Convergence Research Centres of Excellence
The Anusandhan National Research Foundation has selected 10 institutions to establish Convergence Research Centres of Excellence.
Texas A&M's VISION Supercomputer Transforms Research Efficiency
Texas A&M's VISION DGX SuperPOD enables rapid research advancements, completing tasks in a week that previously took years.
ISRO Celebrates National Space Day with Key Milestones
ISRO highlighted significant achievements on National Space Day 2026, including POEM-4, SpaDex docking, and NISAR status.
Anthropic's Claude Model Enhances AI Alignment Autonomously
Anthropic's Claude model successfully automates AI alignment research, improving safety scores across ten alignment failures.
Congressional Space Medal awarded to Artemis II crew
NASA astronauts receive Congressional Space Medal for their historic Artemis II mission around the Moon.
AI Technology Advances 3D Printing of NASA Rocket Alloy
Researchers utilize AI to optimize 3D printing of GRCop-42 alloy, achieving record-low energy use and cost.
NSF and Simons Foundation fund $20M SkAI Institute for Astronomy
The NSF and Simons Foundation launched a $20 million institute to develop AI tools for astronomy and astrophysics research.
IIT Gandhinagar secures Rs 20 lakh grant for cooling tech
IIT Gandhinagar received a Rs 20 lakh grant to develop India's first indigenous cooling technology for EVs and AI data centres.
Anthropic Introduces Model Hardware Standard for AI Agents
Anthropic's Model Hardware Standard enables AI agents to control physical devices, reducing setup time significantly.
U.S. Department of Energy Awards $10M for Critical Materials Research
The U.S. DOE has allocated $10 million to seven projects focused on recovering critical materials for energy technologies.
Quantinuum launches 98-qubit quantum computer Helios
Quantinuum's Helios, a 98-qubit quantum computer, was unveiled on August 25, 2026, enhancing computational efficiency.
NSF Invests $90 Million in Three New Science Centers
The U.S. National Science Foundation announced a $90 million investment in three new Science and Technology Centers.
OpenAI's Jalapeño Chip Shows Significant AI Inference Gains
OpenAI's Jalapeño chip achieves 1.5 to 1.9 times more AI work per watt, enhancing efficiency and performance across multiple models.
NASA's Starling Mission Demonstrates GPS-Free Navigation in Space
NASA's Starling mission successfully tested GPS-independent navigation using a swarm of CubeSats in low Earth orbit.
NASA and ESA Astronauts Conduct Spacewalk for Antenna Installation
NASA astronaut Anil Menon and ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot commenced a planned spacewalk from the International Space Station. The mission involved installing a high-speed antenna on the Z1 truss segment, enhancing communication capabilities for future missions.
Researchers Announce Discovery of Mega-Earth Exoplanet GJ 523b
Scientists at WiCOR have discovered GJ 523b, a mega-Earth exoplanet over 2.5 times the size of Earth.
NVIDIA Launches NeMo Switchyard for AI Workload Routing
NVIDIA has released NeMo Switchyard, an open-source library designed to optimize AI agent workloads by routing requests based on model capability, latency, and cost. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency of AI applications by automatically selecting the best models for specific tasks. Along
Samsung Chooses Eight University Projects for 2026 START Program
Samsung Research America announced the selection of eight research projects for its 2026 START Program. Chosen from over 400 proposals submitted by more than 130 universities across North America, the selected institutions include Stanford University, CMU, and the University of Washington. These pro
SpaceX Successfully Launches 29 Starlink Satellites from Florida
On August 21, 2026, SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, confirming deployment shortly after liftoff. This mission contributes to expanding global broadband access via the Starlink constellation.
Teenager invents cheap water filter that removes 99% of contaminants
Built from locally available materials, the design is being shared freely with rural communities.
Students design a $20 prosthetic hand that anyone can 3D-print
Open-source files have already helped hundreds of people regain everyday independence.
Free offline AI tutor helps rural students pass their exams
Running on cheap tablets with no internet, it has reached thousands of remote classrooms.