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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Science
- Business Standard
Ved and Devesh of ALLEN Global selected in World Top Ranking University MIT-USA
PRNewswire Kota (Rajasthan) [India], June 26: ALLEN Global students Devesh Pankaj Bhaiya and Ved Lahoti have received offer letters from the world's top-ranked university MIT. With an acceptance rate of just 1.9% for international students, securing admission to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA is one of the hardest academic achievements in the world. This remarkable achievement reflects not only their exceptional talent but also the power of focused mentorship. This extraordinary achievement is the result of a strategic preparation, academic depth, and the expert guidance of ALLEN Global. Both Devesh Pankaj Bhaiya and Ved Lahoti have consistently demonstrated excellence at the highest level and proudly represented India on global platforms. Devesh and Ved have won Gold medals at international Olympiads. Devesh earned Gold at the International Chemistry Olympiad 2024 in Saudi Arabia, and twice at the International Junior Science Olympiad held in the UAE and Colombia. Ved won Gold at the International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) 2024. Both students qualified for several national Olympiads in physics, chemistry, astronomy, and mathematics. Their achievements reflect strong interdisciplinary abilities that are closely aligned with MIT's academic values. Devesh Pankaj Bhaiya has built a truly global academic profile. At just 14, Devesh set a national benchmark by winning 15 international gold medals within 9 months, earning recognition in the International Book of Records. He received offers from Caltech (USA) and Nanyang Technological University (Singapore) alongside MIT, and achieved a 1520 on the SAT with perfect 5/5 AP scores in Calculus, Chemistry, Biology, and Mechanics. For his talent in mathematics, he was awarded the Spirit of Ramanujan Fellowship with a $5,000 grant presented by Prof. Ken Ono of the University of Virginia. Devesh has also been part of the Stanley Study of Exceptional Talent (SET) at Johns Hopkins University from Grade 9 through 12. Ved Lahoti's academic journey is nothing short of extraordinary. After securing All India Rank 1 in JEE Advanced 2024, he joined the Computer Science program at IIT Bombay, widely regarded as one of India's top institutions. His passion for advanced research and technology inspired him to take his journey to international level, with the goal of contributing on a global stage. When he received the offer letter from MIT, Ved made the thoughtful decision to transfer from IIT Bombay to join one of the world's leading institutions in science and innovation. He also earned AIR 1 (Stage 1) and AIR 2 (Stage 2) in Techkriti (IIT Kanpur), Selected for American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME), and secured national Rank 1 in DB Genius Hunt (Dainik Bhaskar). "Admissions to globally renowned universities like MIT, Caltech, and NTU are no longer determined solely by academic scores. Today, it's about mindset, mentorship, and building a purposeful profile," says Mr. Aman Maheshwari, Managing Director, ALLEN Global. "With acceptance rates at these institutions often below 4%, raw ambition isn't enough. What students need is clarity, structure, and world-class guidance. The success of Devesh and Ved exemplifies what happens when high potential is matched with the right strategic support," he adds. ALLEN Global helps students craft profiles that truly reflect their potential. From test prep to application essays and tailored career planning to scholarship support, the team works with students every step of the way. The success of Devesh and Ved reflects what's possible when talent meets direction. Their stories aren't just one of individual excellence, it's a glimpse into what a new generation of globally-minded students can achieve with the right foundation. MIT is widely regarded as one of the world's leading institutions for research, innovation, and academic excellence in science and technology. Known as the cradle of innovation, it has produced Nobel laureates, tech leaders, and entrepreneurs who shape the future. MIT is a dream that thousands across the world chase, yet only a few make it. With the right preparation, and expert guidance from ALLEN Global, both students have achieved this remarkable success. For more information about our programs, please visit: or Call us at +91-9513766077 / 7726852446 About ALLEN Global ALLEN Global is a premium study abroad platform that empowers students to secure admissions to the world's top 200 universities through expert-led test prep, profile building, and 1-on-1 mentorship. With a proven track record of placing students in institutions like MIT, Stanford, Oxford, University of Toronto and many more, ALLEN Global combines academic excellence with strategic guidance. From SAT, UCAT, ISAT, IELTS, TOEFL and AP preparation to international research opportunities and scholarship support, the platform provides end-to-end assistance for undergraduate admissions abroad. With over 2,600 global admits and $34M+ worth of scholarships secured, ALLEN Global is redefining how Indian students realize their global education dreams.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Science
- Yahoo
Longtime Southern California NASA engineer, space mission manager dies at 92
John R. Casani, a longtime Jet Propulsion Laboratory engineer, project manager and researcher, died at the age of 92 last week. Casani served a central role in many of NASA's historic deep space missions, the space agency said in a statement. Born in Philadelphia in 1932, Casani studied electrical engineering at the University of Pennsylvania and worked at an Air Force research lab before he moved to SoCal to work at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), located on the Caltech campus in Pasadena, way back in 1956, two years before NASA itself was formed. He went on to become an engineer on some of America's earliest spacecraft after initially working on missiles. He worked on the design team for the Ranger and Mariner series of spacecraft and was a payload engineer on Pioneer 3 and 4 – NASA's first two missions to the moon; he was tasked with the very important job of carrying each of the 20-inch probes in a suitcase from JPL to the launch site in Cape Canaveral, Florida, where he installed them in the rocket's nose cone. By the time the mid 1960s rolled around, Casani had established himself as a 'meticulous' worker and started working on the design team for the Mariner project. Shortly after, he helped lead NASA's flagship mission to the outer planets and beyond: Voyager, which is still active today. 'He not only led the mission from clean room to space, he was first to envision attaching a message representing humanity to any alien civilization that might encounter humanity's first interstellar emissaries,' NASA's statement reads. LAPD: Kidnapping call leads to discovery of federal operation in downtown L.A. Casani presented that idea to famed astronomer Carl Sagan, who ended up making the 'Golden Record,' a 12-inch gold-plated copper disk containing sounds and images selected to portray the diversity of life and culture on earth, according to NASA. Voyager 1 and 2 both launched in 1977, meaning that Casani – described as 'an engineer's engineer' — was quickly shuttled to the Galileo team, the first mission to orbit a gas giant planet. He led the project from inception to assembly while navigating several attempts by Congress to end the project. After leading Galileo for 11 years, Casani became a deputy assistant laboratory director for flight projects in 1988 before being promoted just over a year later to serve as project manager of Cassini, which was NASA's flagship mission to orbit Saturn. He was then named as JPL's first chief engineer in 1994, a role in which he served for five years before retiring, temporarily. In retirement, Casani served on several committees and helped conduct investigations into the Mars Climate Orbiter and Mars Polar Lander failures. He also led the James Webb Space Telescope Independent Comprehensive Review Panel. Probationer caught with 400 pounds of illegal fireworks at business complex By 2003, however, Casani was back at JPL serving as project manager for Project Prometheus, which was the first attempt at nuclear-powered systems for long-range missions. The project was canceled in 2005. After the cancelation of Prometheus, Casani was appointed as the manager of the Institutional Special Projects Office at JPL, which was a position he held until his second retirement in 2012. '[John's] work helped advance NASA spacecraft in areas including mechanical technology, system design and integration, software and deep space communication,' NASA's statement reads. 'No less demanding were the management challenges of these multifaceted missions, which led to innovations still in use today.' Charles Elachi, the JPL director from 2001 through 2016, said Casani 'reflected the true spirit of JPL.' 'He was bold, innovative, visionary and welcoming,' Elachi said in the NASA statement. 'He was an undisputed leader with an upbeat, fun attitude and left an indelible mark on the laboratory and NASA. I am proud to have called him a friend.' Deputies find pair of burglars inside San Bernardino County home In addition to his impressive résumé, Casani received many awards throughout his long career, including NASA's Exceptional Achievement Medal and the Air and Space Museum Trophy for Lifetime Achievement. He also received an honorary doctorate from the Sapienza University of Rome. The 92-year-old, who died Thursday, is survived by his wife of 39 years, Lynn, and their five sons. A cause of death was not revealed. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Harvard vs Caltech: Which US university sets higher academic standards?
Harvard vs. Caltech: A QS World University Rankings 2026 analysis. The QS World University Rankings 2026 have once again showcased the remarkable standing of two of America's most prestigious universities—Harvard University, ranked 5th globally, and the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), ranked 10th globally. Both institutions consistently place among the top 10 universities worldwide, yet they represent two very different academic paradigms. Harvard, with its expansive interdisciplinary approach and global reach, is renowned for its broad academic excellence and powerful alumni network. Caltech, comparatively smaller but intensely focused, excels in delivering cutting-edge science and engineering education coupled with exceptional faculty-student interaction. As prospective students, educators, and industry leaders evaluate these elite universities, understanding their strengths and differences in key areas like employment outcomes, learning experience, and academic reputation is essential. This article breaks down these aspects to offer a clear picture of what each institution offers in 2026. Harvard vs. Caltech: Parameter-wise comparison Here is how both the universities performed in QS World University Rankings 2026: Parameter Harvard University Caltech Overall Rank 5th 10th Overall Score (QS 2026) 97.7 94.3 Academic Reputation 100/100 98.3/100 Employer Reputation 100/100 99.0/100 Faculty-Student Ratio 96.3/100 100/100 Citations per Faculty 100/100 95/100 Employment Outcomes 100/100 49.1/100 International Research Network 99.6/100 65.5/100 International Faculty 74.1/100 66.2/100 International Students 69/100 79.8/100 Sustainability (QS 2025 data) 84.4/100 Not officially ranked Harvard's employability leads, Caltech falls short Harvard University shines with a perfect score of 100/100 in QS's employment outcomes metric, showcasing the exceptional career trajectories of its graduates across diverse sectors such as business, law, healthcare, academia, and public service. This success is supported by Harvard's extensive and influential global alumni network, robust career services, and strong employer demand worldwide. Graduates benefit from ample internship opportunities, mentoring, and placement support, which help maintain Harvard's dominance in global employability. Caltech's employment outcome score of 49.1/100 is significantly lower but reflects the institution's specialized nature and smaller graduate cohort. Many Caltech alumni pursue research-heavy careers, postdoctoral studies, or academia, sectors not fully captured by QS employment metrics. Despite the lower score, Caltech graduates are highly sought-after in elite STEM industries, holding positions in leading tech firms, government labs, and research institutes. Learning experience: A close competition Harvard provides a large, dynamic academic environment with over 20,000 students, offering broad interdisciplinary programs and extensive campus resources. Students have access to world-class libraries, museums, and a diverse faculty renowned for scholarship across the humanities, social sciences, STEM, and professional schools. Its faculty-student ratio score of 96.3/100 ensures strong academic support, although the large size means faculty interaction may vary depending on program and level. Caltech offers a markedly different learning experience centered on a small, focused community of fewer than 3,000 students. It boasts the best faculty-student ratio worldwide (100/100), enabling close mentorship and collaborative research opportunities from early in the academic journey. The institute's culture emphasizes hands-on, intensive STEM education, fostering innovation and deep specialization rarely matched elsewhere. Academic reputation: Harvard's influence leads the way Harvard University holds an unmatched perfect 100/100 score in academic reputation, underscoring its longstanding global leadership in research, teaching, and thought leadership across an extraordinarily wide range of disciplines. Harvard's faculty include Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and global experts whose work influences fields from medicine and law to business and the arts. Caltech commands a stellar reputation with a score of 98.3/100, especially within STEM disciplines like physics, chemistry, and engineering. Despite its smaller size, Caltech consistently produces groundbreaking research and fosters a culture of scientific excellence, positioning it as a top destination for students aiming to contribute to global scientific advancement. Global diversity and international outlook Caltech has a higher percentage of international students (79.8 vs. Harvard's 69), making it more globally diverse on campus. It also features a strong representation of international faculty. However, its International Research Network score of 65.5 falls short compared to Harvard's impressive 99.6, indicating Harvard's broader collaborative reach across global institutions. Sustainability and global engagement In QS's growing emphasis on sustainability, Harvard features prominently with an estimated 84.4/100, reflecting its commitment to green campus initiatives, climate research, and sustainability-focused programs. Caltech is deeply involved in climate and planetary sciences but hasn't been featured prominently in QS sustainability rankings. However, it leads numerous environmental engineering initiatives and has partnered with NASA on projects addressing Earth's changing systems. Campus culture at a glance Harvard's large and diverse campus fosters a vibrant and dynamic student life, with over 20,000 students participating in hundreds of clubs, cultural organizations, and events. The university's rich history and global reputation attract students from varied backgrounds, creating a multicultural environment where interdisciplinary collaboration flourishes. Beyond academics, Harvard offers numerous opportunities in arts, sports, leadership, and activism, making campus life bustling and multifaceted. Caltech, with its smaller student body of under 3,000, offers a more intimate and tightly-knit community. The campus culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and intellectual curiosity within a focused STEM environment. Students often form close bonds through research projects, hackathons, and group studies, supported by strong faculty mentorship. While Caltech's campus is quieter, its community spirit and shared passion for science and technology create a uniquely supportive atmosphere. Both universities rank among the best in the world, but serve different academic profiles. One offers breadth and tradition; the other, depth and innovation. 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Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
What Astronomers Just Discovered Between Galaxies Changes Everything
For decades, scientists have known that a massive chunk of the universe's ordinary matter was missing. Not dark matter, the elusive substance that doesn't interact with light, but regular, everyday matter made of atoms. And now, thanks to a brilliant use of cosmic radio signals, that mystery may finally be solved. In a new study published in Nature Astronomy, astronomers used fast radio bursts (FRBs)—brief, millisecond-long blasts of energy from deep space—to detect where all that missing matter was hiding: in the vast stretches between galaxies, known as the intergalactic medium. These FRBs are powerful. Though short-lived, they emit as much energy in one burst as the sun does in 30 years. When they pass through space, they act like cosmic flashlights, lighting up the otherwise invisible gas that floats between galaxies. The team measured how the light from 69 FRBs slowed as it moved through this matter, allowing them to "weigh" the fog they passed through. "It's like we're seeing the shadow of all the baryons," explained Caltech assistant professor Vikram Ravi, using the scientific term for this ordinary matter. "With FRBs as the backlight, we now know roughly where the rest of the matter in the universe is hiding." The results show about 76 percent of the universe's baryonic matter exists in this intergalactic fog. Meanwhile, 15 percent of the baryonic matter surrounds galaxies in halos and just 9 percent resides inside the galaxies themselves. This breakthrough was made possible by telescopes like Caltech's Deep Synoptic Array and Australia's Square Kilometre Array Pathfinder, which helped localize the FRBs' origins. Caltech's upcoming DSA-2000 radio telescope, set to detect 10,000 FRBs per year, could be the key to even deeper cosmological insights. For astronomers, it's a milestone moment—one that brings us closer to understanding not just where we come from, but how the universe is truly structured. What Astronomers Just Discovered Between Galaxies Changes Everything first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 17, 2025
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Astronomers just found the universe's ‘missing matter'
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, BGR may receive an affiliate commission. There's been a lot of discussion over the years about what the universe is made up of. While some argue that dark matter is holding it together, while others argue dark matter doesn't exist, despite us possibly detecting dark matter a time or two. What is more intriguing, though, is that astronomers believe the universe is missing matter, and now they say they've found evidence of it. This matter was considered 'missing' because of how thinly it was spread among the various galaxies and halos of the universe. Because it is so diffuse, it's exceptionally hard to account for. But in a new study published in Nature Astronomy, astronomers from Caltech and the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian (CfA) say they have detected the matter. Today's Top Deals Best deals: Tech, laptops, TVs, and more sales Best Ring Video Doorbell deals Memorial Day security camera deals: Reolink's unbeatable sale has prices from $29.98 Additionally, they say that they've thoroughly accounted for all the universe's missing matter. According to a statement shared by Caltech, the researchers relied on fast radio bursts (FRBs) to help illuminate the matter that lies between those distant FRBs and us here on Earth. 'The FRBs shine through the fog of the intergalactic medium, and by precisely measuring how the light slows down, we can weigh that fog, even when it's too faint to see,' Liam Connor, an assistant professor at Harvard and lead author on the new study explained. In total, the team looked at 69 FRBs, ranging in distance from around 11.74 million to 9.1 billion light-years away from us. FRB 20230521B, which is located 9.1 billion light-years away, is now the most distant FRB ever recorded. Despite having detected more than a thousand FRBs, we've only managed to pinpoint around one hundred or so to their specific host galaxies. Other attempts to detect the missing matter had only hinted at its existence hiding among the holes and halos of the universe. However, by relying on the FRBs, the researchers were able to find evidence of the matter. These findings will help us better understand the universe and how galaxies grow. They could also help us unravel some of the greatest mysteries of the early universe, including how the universe expanded has expanded so quickly since the Big Bang. And researchers say this is just the beginning of the use of FRBs in cosmology. A future radio telescope from Caltech will help find and localize up to 10,000 FRBs per year, which should dramatically enhance our understanding of these distant radio bursts. More Top Deals Amazon gift card deals, offers & coupons 2025: Get $2,000+ free See the
