SCIENTIFIC BREAKTHROUGHS AND SCIENCE COMMUNICATION

We are living in an era of Science and Technology. It is often said that technology is what makes science useful for mankind. In fact, technology is an application of science for the manipulation of human environment and both of these are intertwined closely to each other affecting the development of other. The trio of information technology, biotechnology and nanotechnology represent important technological revolution. The human civilization is driven by developments in the fields of nanotechnology, biotechnology, microelectronics, telecommunication, comprehensive automation and mechanization of production. Science and Technology helped us to solve our problem of food production, health, transportation and telecommunication. The intensive and dedicated efforts by a large number of people have resulted in the accumulation of scientific knowledge. The development of modern science and technology is outcome of the sense of curiosity and innovative mind of man. The story of the growth of science reflects through the history and survival of mankind. Scientific breakthrough can be defined as discoveries that transformed the knowledge frontier and have a major impact on society. At the same time, scientific temperament is defined as the logical and rational thinking attitude of individual members of the society. Science communication can help to bridge the gap between scientific laboratories and people living in rural areas of our country. Disseminating scientific knowledge to masses in India is a challenging task. Multifold efforts of science communication can speed up the process of inculcation of scientific temper.