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News18
17-07-2025
- Science
- News18
IIA releases images, video of third interstellar visitor 3I/ATLAS
Bengaluru, Jul 17 (PTI) Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bengaluru, on Thursday released a video and a montage of time-lapse images of the recently spotted comet C/2025 N1 (ATLAS), also known as 3I/ATLAS, for educational and outreach purposes. The comet was first discovered on July 1 by the ATLAS telescope in Chile. 'This is only the third interstellar object to visit our solar system, which is exciting. Telescopes around the world will be studying this comet before it exits the Sun's gravitational pull to learn more about its structure and chemistry," said Niruj Mohan Ramanujam, Head of IIA's Science, Communication, Public Outreach and Education (SCOPE) section. IIA researchers, he added, observed the comet on the night of July 3 using the Himalayan Chandra Telescope (HCT) at the Indian Astronomical Observatory in Hanle, Ladakh—a high-altitude astronomy station operated by IIA. 'We wanted to image it with the Himalayan Chandra Telescope at Hanle to highlight how such celestial interlopers are tracked and to showcase its rapid motion for the benefit of the public," Ramanujam added. When first detected in Chile, C/2025 N1 (ATLAS) was about 4.5 astronomical units (AU) from the Sun—roughly 670 million kilometres—and travelling at a remarkable speed of 61 km per second, according to IIA. The comet, which has generated considerable excitement among astronomers as the third confirmed interstellar visitor to our Solar System, will remain visible through large telescopes until September, after which it will be obscured by the Sun's glare, said IIA. There were initial concerns about a potential threat to Earth, but NASA has confirmed the comet poses no danger, as it will come no closer than 1.8 AU—approximately 270 million kilometres from Earth. C/2025 N1 (ATLAS) will reach its closest point to the Sun around October 30, at a distance of 1.4 AU. PTI JR SSK (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: July 17, 2025, 19:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
17-07-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
Himalayan Chandra Telescope captures comet ATLAS
The Indian Astronomical Observatory at Hanle in Ladakh of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) had recently captured the comet C/2025 N1 (ATLAS), which is only the third interstellar visitor to the solar system so far. The comet , also known as 3I/ATLAS, was first spotted by the ATLAS telescope in Chile, moving rapidly at a relative speed of 61 kilometre per second on July 1. The IIA said that this object has captured the attention of astronomers across the world and in order to promote interest and awareness on this celestial visitor among the students and general public in India, the Indian Astronomical Observatory at Hanle observed the comet using the Himalayan Chandra Telescope (HCT) on the night of July 3. 'Our webpage ( now has a video as well as montages of timelapse images of the comet using this data, along with additional details, for education and outreach purposes,' the IIA said on Thursday. The comet was discovered by international telescopes, the IIA said.
Business Upturn
17-07-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Aduro Clean Technologies Joins Plastics Industry Association and Polystyrene Recycling Alliance to Support Industry Collaboration on Recycling Innovation
LONDON, Ontario, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aduro Clean Technologies Inc. ('Aduro' or the 'Company') (Nasdaq: ADUR) (CSE: ACT) (FSE: 9D5), a clean technology company using the power of chemistry to transform lower-value feedstocks, like waste plastics, heavy bitumen, and renewable oils, into resources for the 21st century, today announced its membership in both the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) and the Polystyrene Recycling Alliance (PSRA), a collaborative initiative of PLASTICS focused on advancing polystyrene recycling solutions. The PSRA brings together stakeholders from across the polystyrene value chain including resin producers, converters, recyclers, and technology developers to support technical collaboration, data sharing, and infrastructure development. The alliance promotes both mechanical and advanced recycling approaches aimed at improving recovery rates and creating viable end markets for polystyrene materials. Membership in PLASTICS connects Aduro to a broad network of resin producers, recyclers, converters, and brand owners committed to driving sustainability and circularity in the plastics industry. Through PLASTICS, Aduro will participate in working groups and policy discussions that shape the regulatory frameworks, standards, and infrastructure needed to expand the role of chemical recycling and advanced conversion technologies. Hydrochemolytic™ Technology (HCT), developed by Aduro, works with water along with a catalyst at moderate temperatures to cleave carbon–carbon and carbon–heteroatom bonds in polymers resulting in lower-molecular-weight compounds. Unlike other technologies that rely on high thermal input to effect uncontrolled rupture of polymer molecules, HCT operates under gentler conditions enabling controlled reaction pathways. The catalyzed, selective chemistry of HCT results in higher yields of hydrocarbon products with high functional group purity with minimal loss of polymer feedstock to undesired by-products such as char or heavy tar and gases. Experiments conducted on bench and large lab scale flow-through units have demonstrated the applicability of HCT to convert post-consumer polystyrene into defined hydrocarbon intermediates such as toluene, ethylbenzene, and cumene. These outputs are compatible with downstream chemical infrastructure and require no further upgrading. While further development and validation are ongoing, these results underscore the potential of HCT to produce valuable chemical products and intermediates from difficult-to-recycle feedstocks and reflect Aduro's technical strength in valorization of waste streams. By joining the Polystyrene Recycling Alliance, Aduro is contributing to a collaborative industry effort focused on addressing the systemic and material-specific challenges of polystyrene recovery, such as limited collection infrastructure, low recycling rates, and public misperceptions. These challenges are central to PSRA's mission to expand access to and adoption of both mechanical and advanced recycling solutions. Aduro's early-stage work converting polystyrene into targeted hydrocarbon intermediates using its Hydrochemolytic™ Technology aligns with the Alliance's objectives to support innovation, data sharing, and viable end-market development. Participation in PSRA complements Aduro's broader R&D across diverse plastic and renewable feedstocks and reflects the Company's commitment to advancing science-based approaches to circularity. 'Polystyrene recovery rates remain low, and we're joining the Polystyrene Recycling Alliance to explore how Aduro's chemical approach can help address that challenge,' said Ofer Vicus, Chief Executive Officer of Aduro Clean Technologies. 'Our membership in PLASTICS extends that engagement across the broader plastics value chain, allowing us to contribute to policy, standards, and technical collaboration as the industry moves toward more circular solutions.' 'We're pleased to welcome Aduro as a new member of both the Plastics Industry Association and the Polystyrene Recycling Alliance,' said Patrick Krieger, Vice President of Sustainability at PLASTICS. 'Their participation reflects a shared commitment to advancing recycling solutions and building a more collaborative, innovative, and sustainable plastics industry.' Aduro is currently constructing its Next Generation Process (NGP) Pilot Plant in London, Ontario. Designed to operate under continuous flow conditions, the NGP Pilot Plant will support the evaluation of Hydrochemolytic™ Technology (HCT) using real-world feedstocks. Its modular and scalable design enables flexibility for project-specific applications across a range of customer needs. Aduro's participation in the PSRA complements this development by facilitating technical exchange, sample coordination, and closer alignment with evolving industry requirements. Polystyrene is a widely used plastic with applications in packaging, food service, construction, and electronics. Global production exceeds 40 million tonnes per year, with North America accounting for approximately 3.4 million tonnes. Despite this scale, most post-consumer polystyrene ends up in landfills. According to the Environmental Protection Agency in the United States, less than 6% of polystyrene packaging is recycled. Foam formats like expanded polystyrene (EPS) present particular challenges, with over 3.6 million tonnes of EPS waste generated annually and limited municipal collection. In Canada, plastic waste totaled approximately 4.4 million tonnes in 2018, with only 8% recycled. Polystyrene recovery rates are especially low—estimated at around 10%—and only 35% of municipalities include EPS in their residential recycling programs, limiting access to recycling services for this material. About the Polystyrene Recycling Alliance (PSRA) The Polystyrene Recycling Alliance is a collaborative initiative under the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), dedicated to increasing access to and adoption of polystyrene recycling across North America. The Alliance brings together resin producers, converters, recyclers, and technology developers to support infrastructure investment, stakeholder education, and the advancement of both mechanical and chemical recycling solutions. About the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) The Plastics Industry Association is the leading organization representing the entire plastics supply chain, including processors, equipment manufacturers, mold makers, material suppliers, recyclers, and brand owners. Established in 1937, PLASTICS works to connect stakeholders, promote sustainable practices, advocate for responsible policy, and advance innovation across the industry. The Association manages several signature programs, including NPE: The Plastics Show, Operation Clean Sweep, and the Future Leaders in Plastics (FLiP) initiative. About Aduro Clean Technologies Aduro Clean Technologies is a developer of patented water-based technologies to chemically recycle waste plastics; convert heavy crude and bitumen into lighter, more valuable oil; and transform renewable oils into higher-value fuels or renewable chemicals. The Company's Hydrochemolytic™ Technology relies on water as a critical agent in a chemistry platform that operates at relatively low temperatures and cost, a game-changing approach that converts low-value feedstocks into resources for the 21st century. For further information, please contact: Abe Dyck, Head of Business Development and Investor Relations [email protected] +1 226 784 8889 KCSA Strategic CommunicationsJack Perkins, Senior Vice President [email protected]
Hi Dubai
03-07-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
HCT Partners with Saal.ai to Equip Emirati Students with AI and Big Data Skills
The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) has partnered with cognitive technology firm to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) and big data into its academic programs, aiming to prepare Emirati students for the demands of a digital future. Signed at HCT's campus, the agreement brings together the UAE's largest higher education institution and part of Abu Dhabi Capital Group, in a bid to align with the UAE's innovation-driven goals and the Year of Community initiative. Central to the collaboration is the introduction of DigiXT, enterprise-grade AI and data platform, into HCT's curricula. This will provide students with hands-on experience in real-world AI applications, boosting both their technical skills and employability. Dr. Faisal Alayyan, President and CEO of HCT, described the move as a 'transformative milestone,' emphasizing the importance of building a generation of agile, future-ready problem solvers equipped to lead in a digital economy. CEO Vikraman Poduval highlighted the initiative as a step toward national progress, stressing the company's commitment to practical education and fostering innovation through public-private collaboration. The partnership aligns with the UAE's National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031 and HCT's 2023–2028 vision focused on applied learning and industry engagement. It also complements the upcoming nationwide rollout of AI education across public schools, from kindergarten to Grade 12, set to begin next academic year. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Al Bawaba
03-07-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Higher Colleges of Technology and Saal.ai Forge Strategic Partnership to Build the UAE's Next Generation of AI Talent
In a major step toward advancing the UAE's innovation ecosystem and higher education landscape, the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), the largest higher education institution in the UAE, has signed a strategic partnership with a cognitive technology company under the Abu Dhabi Capital Group (ADCG). The collaboration aims to equip Emirati students with future-ready skills in artificial intelligence (AI) and big data agreement was formalized during a signing ceremony held at the HCT campus, reinforcing both institutions' commitment to nurturing local talent and supporting the UAE's transformation into a knowledge-based economy. This initiative aligns with the UAE Year of Community and the nation's broader goals to accelerate innovation, empower youth, and foster impactful partnerships between academia and technology the heart of this collaboration is the integration of DigiXT, UAE-developed enterprise-grade AI and big data platform, into HCT's academic programs. This will offer students hands-on learning experiences with real-world applications of AI and data analytics. Through this platform, students will develop practical expertise that enhances their employability, while industry partners benefit from a skilled pipeline of graduates proficient in cutting-edge Excellency Dr. Faisal Alayyan, President and CEO of HCT, emphasized the significance of the partnership, stating: 'This initiative marks a transformative milestone in our educational journey. By embedding AI into our curricula, we are equipping Emirati youth with the future-focused skills needed to lead in a digital economy. Our partnership with ensures students gain both technical competencies and the innovative mindset to become agile problem-solvers and drivers of national progress.'Vikraman Poduval, CEO of said: 'At we believe in the transformative power of technology to drive societal progress. By equipping Emirati students with practical AI skills and collaborating with public sector entities, we are fostering innovation as well as contributing to the UAE's vision of a sustainable and knowledge-based economy.'This partnership is aligned with HCT's 2023–2028 strategic vision, which prioritizes applied learning, industry engagement, and the development of future-ready graduates. It also reinforces HCT's role in delivering high-impact academic experiences that prepare Emirati students for the demands of an evolving global workforce. More broadly, the collaboration supports the UAE's national educational agenda and the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031, which aims to position the country as a global AI leader. The strategy envisions integrating AI across sectors such as education, space, technology, energy, and demonstrating this commitment, the UAE will introduce AI across government school curricula, from kindergarten through Grade 12, beginning next academic year. This nationwide initiative is part of a long-term strategy to prepare future generations for the digital era. Globally, the AI industry is projected to reach a market value of USD 15.7 trillion by 2030. For the UAE, AI adoption is expected to boost GDP by 35 percent (USD 96 billion) and reduce government spending by nearly USD 3 billion through greater efficiency. This partnership represents a key milestone in aligning education with national priorities and empowering the next generation of Emirati innovators and leaders.
