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Hiding in plain sight
November 2020: Ancient Buddhist paintings were hidden on soot-covered temple columns. Researchers uncovered them using infrared cameras. That's not all that's hiding...
Stem cell and asteroid surprise
October 2020: Genes regulating stem cells in 48 mammals are surprisingly similar; ancient asteroid rewrites history; plus a saliva test for silent COVID carriers.
Secret to longer life in nematodes?
September 2020: Tinkering with proteins in C. elegans extends their lifespans. The same proteins exist in humans, offering an intriguing target for longevity studies.
New insight into origin of water on Earth
August 2020: Interstellar nebula could be the source of Earth's water; plus, mangrove methane emissions, and ARN is @ the movies.
Hibernation in mice. Are humans next?
July 2020: Researchers spark a hibernation-like state in mice, a species that does not normally hibernate; plus, we're podcasting!
Meet the 'Swiss army knife' of gene expression
June 2020: What happens when the master regulator of protein production malfunctions? Plus, the cat genome decoded!
The lipid gradient that keeps your eyes wet
May 2020: New insight about how lipids function within tears; plus, quantum dot solar panels and an ozone garden.
Science stories you might have missed...
April 2020: Finnish genes tell a unique story about diabetic kidney disease; and a new treatment approach for kids with ADHD.
Good news for mangrove conservation, for now
March 2020: The loss of mangrove forests is slowing; plus, how malaria hides from immune cells and how neutrinos saved the universe.
The perfect tempo for cells, plus coral spawning mystery solved?
February 2020: Precise timing of vertebrae development observed in live cells; and what triggers coral spawning events.
Young Volcano Discovered, Plus The 2020 Issue Is Here!
January 2020: A young volcano is discovered in the Pacific Ocean, and punching holes in solar cells turns them transparent.
Genetics of birdsong
December 2019: Researchers uncover gene expression differences that lead to distinct songs between bird species. Plus, could planets be orbiting black holes?
Jellyfish superpowers
November 2019: How do jellyfish get their stinging and regenerative superpowers? Plus, investigating a master switch for sugar levels, and the collapse of an ancient civilization.
Release the killer electrons!
October 2019: Moving towards safer and more effective cancer radiation; and hints to the origins of life.
Fireworms, heatwaves and a contest
September 2019: A new fireworm species is discovered in Hong Kong; plus researchers identify the driver of Europe's heatwaves.
Changing forests, spotting drones
August 2019: A 38-year study reveals how climate change is affecting northern forests, and a super-resolution algorithm spots mini drones 3km away.
How bleach transforms air filters
July 2019: A common skin bleach makes air filters last longer in humid and wet conditions; plus, extreme weather and symmetry.
Imaging live brain cells
June 2019: A fluorescent marker enables live imaging of brain immune cells, called microglia; plus Pluto's hidden ocean.
A supermassive undertaking
May 2019: How Asia helped take this picture; infant immune systems; holograms on your smartphone.
Radioactive afterglow & heavy elements, a new approach
April 2019: Determining the cosmic origins of precious and rare earth metals; peaking into lymph nodes; slowing nerve degradation.
Science on film, and women's research in Myanmar
March 2019: Watch: Simple organisms, complex behavior; graphene-based supercapacitors; research in Myanmar.
Innovations and butterflies
February 2019: Materials that open in the heat of the moment; testing for antibiotic resistance; the tactile internet.
The far side of the moon and beyond
January 2019: More than 100 exoplanets identified; China's lunar probe; fish ears; memorable quotes.
Radio waves from Cat's Paw Nebula ?
December 2018: Tuning into radio waves from space; mimicking the sense of human touch; sucking water from thin air.
Earlier detection of Alzheimer's and El Niño?
November 2018: A nanomaterial fluoresces when it binds to plaques linked to Alzheimer's; predicting El Niño earlier; opposing enzymes in heart failure.
Supernovas, synapses and skin speakers
October 2018: Supernova explosions reveal star mass; mimicking human synapses; turning skin into speakers.
Seafood surprise, memory foam for bones, and more
September 2018: Global fisheries could become more profitable despite climate change; how neurons signal for help; breaking into that circle at conferences.
Volcanoes, earthquakes, plus batteries get salty
August 2018: Far away volcanoes influence Red Sea dynamics; what set off the 9.0 Japan earthquake?; charging with saltwater.
Growing stem cells and snowflakes
July 2018: New device encourage neural stem cell growth; plus interview prep tips and growing snowflakes.
Finding Nemo's genes, growing flexible diamonds and detecting lead
June 2018: Programming synthetic molecules to turn genes on; finding Nemo's genes; growing flexible diamonds.
From inside the brain to the farthest star
May 2018: New compound could improve stroke recovery; farthest star detected; how it feels when your research becomes big news.
The science of running
April 2018: Reducing running injuries by 62%; #TheDress; wireless charging.
CRISPR, supernovas and super smart contacts
March 2018: Amateur astronomer captures extremely rare event; detecting blood sugar in the blink of an eye.
Olympic translations, redefining the kilogram and more
February 2018: Auto translation technology at the 2018 Olympics; redefining the kilogram; gravitational wave detector.
A urine test for cancer
January 2018: You've heard of 'pee on a stick' for pregnancy tests. How about cancer?; moth buzzes back to life after 130 years
Biodiversity, billiards and licorice
December 2017: New orangutan species discovered; licorice and Parkinson's; China's air quality.
Galactic halos, quantum sieves and other stories from Asia Research News
November 2017: Origins of galaxies' halos; pink-headed ducks; isotope separation system.