An environmentally friendly biofoam material developed by scientists at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) is beginning its transition from the laboratory to commercialization. The company Absolute Cold LLP is studying the possibilities of using this material in packaging that requires temperature control and in the cold chain.
Chetan Kumar, senior editor of the Times of India, specializes in space and science topics. In addition, he has widely covered various subjects, paying particular attention to defense, politics, and analytical materials. During his nearly eighteen-year career, he has worked from numerous locations, including Houston, Florida, Kochi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Sriharikota (AP), NH-1 highway (Jammu and Kashmir Highway), New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Raichur, Bhatkal, Mysuru, and Chamrajnagar, and is based in Bangalore, which is a scientific hub of India and the location of ISRO's headquarters.