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News

06 Sep 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers in Nature and Nature Research Journals: Channels for stroke treatment, Holding off HIV, Driving down ozone, Ten thousand embryos - and counting, Black burial and Genetics: Susceptibility to ALS
02 Sep 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers: European hand-axes close time gap, Traces of devoured galaxies, Tip-offs for tipping points, Enzyme activation conundrum explained, Cool lasers, Designer crystals with DNA, Nitrogen loss in the Arabian Sea and Heart to heart
02 Sep 2009
In Nature China this week - Comparative mapping between closely related cucumbers and melons reveals changes in centromere positions during evolution
30 Aug 2009
Manure matters, Prolonged presentation prompts Coeliac disease, From tumour suppression to insulin resistance, Frequent ERBB4 mutations in melanoma, Small vessels are big problem in stroke, Sinking carbon, 3D ultrastructure from thick sections, Shiny, tiny plasmonic laser beats the diffraction limit and more
28 Aug 2009
How people process the social stigma of having visible skin lesions is reported this week in the 'Journal of Investigative Dermatology'. These findings may lead to future strategies for managing other stigmatizing diseases and conditions.
27 Aug 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers include Out of REACH, A natural repellent, Fungi don 'invisibility cloak', Photosynthesis-related genes present in marine virus genomes, Keep it in context and how birds become ‘blokes’
27 Aug 2009
These findings may lead to new preventative therapeutic options for the numerous diseases transmitted through mtDNA.
27 Aug 2009
The socially isolated tend to fall prey to illness more readily and deteriorate faster, both mentally and physically, than those who maintain active social lives.
27 Aug 2009
In Nature China this week - An eight-year study carried out by researchers in Hong Kong reveals the molecular mechanisms of myosin dimerization
23 Aug 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers include Misbehaved bacteria, Agents of erosion, Fighting fibrosis, Cilia’s dual role in cancer, A new signalling pathway and Upwards lightning
20 Aug 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers A model for drug screening, Biologists napping while work is militarized, Gravitational-wave detectors start to pull their weight, Antioxidants reveal a darker side, Hydrating the mantle, Understanding protein function becomes light work and The indecisive mind
20 Aug 2009
Neurobiological factors and stressful life events can trigger and prolong smoking habits in adolescents, especially in individuals with depression.
19 Aug 2009
In Nature China this week - A genetic association study reveals the key to exceptional longevity in a Chinese population
17 Aug 2009
How did love begin? How about Scotch tape, teeth, the artificial heart, the vibrator? And clocks, the paper clip, diamond, chocolate? Origin of the Universe; Origin of the Mind; Origin of Life on Earth; Origin of Computing
17 Aug 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers include Hope for hepatitis C treatment, Fighting cartilage loss in osteoarthritis, Immunology: Mediator of multiple sclerosis, Spaser finds the light, Genetic risk factors for childhood leukemia, Identifying candidate genes by targeted sequencing, Single-direction winds on Titan
12 Aug 2009
Groundwater in northwestern India is being depleted at an unsustainable rate, which could lead to severe water shortages and reduced agricultural productivity.
12 Aug 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers include Stormy weather in Titan’s tropics, Climatic influence on mountain height and Homosexuality in yeast
12 Aug 2009
In Nature China this week - Researchers in Beijing demonstrate that induced pluripotent stem cells derived from mouse fibroblasts are capable of generating live mice
09 Aug 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers include Instigator of type 1 diabetes?, p53 as a barrier to pluripotency, Inhibiting lymphatic vessel growth, How diverse is the microbial biosphere? and Mutations in rare human diseases
05 Aug 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers Astronomy: Unravelling an enigma, Virology: HIV architecture on display, Astronomy: Galaxy evolution a massive mystery and Economic boost, fertility bust?
05 Aug 2009
In Nature China this week - Composite fibres reinforced with a reticulate network of carbon nanotubes are ten times stronger than conventional composite fibres
04 Aug 2009
WMO Secretary General, ICTP Director to sign agreement on Thursday 6 August, 9 am, ICTP Adriatico Guesthouse, Trieste*
02 Aug 2009
Summaries of papers From gorilla to human: a new immunodeficiency virus found, 'Trojan horse' deliveries by HIV, Recovery after spinal cord injury, Immune cells worsen brain damage after stroke, New genetic variants associated with cancer, Mice generated from reprogrammed cells, A new progenitor cell population in breast cancer
29 Jul 2009
Newsworthy papers include Northern peatlands contribute to climate change, A new spin on Saturn’s atmosphere, The making of dwarf galaxies, Looking for clues to extending life, Alzheimer’s gene linked to neurotransmitter release, Chromosomes, know your place, Moving the oceans, one jellyfish at a time
29 Jul 2009
In Nature China this week - Researchers in Beijing have identified the first multi-component sex pheromone in spiders
26 Jul 2009
Press Release - Cell source matters for in vitro bone growth, Independent support for sea-level rise projections, Noble clues to interaction between carbon and groundwater, Suppressor immune cells: friends or foes? and Light on heavy electrons
23 Jul 2009
A team from China created induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell lines from mouse fibroblast, before showing that these cells could go on to generate fertile live mouse pups, the first born of which they named Tiny.
23 Jul 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers include Light impact on lake productivity, Pushing the limit, More evidence for water on Enceladus, Order, order, in the valleys!, New function for classic tumour suppressor protein and Spots in the aurorae
22 Jul 2009
This week in Nature China - Researchers in Beijing have developed an efficient method for preparing large graphene sheets
20 Jul 2009
A special issue of Nature Chemical Biology focuses on the new insights gained into the basic principles of enzyme function and provides perspectives about the future of the field.

Events

25 Jun 2007
Laguna, Philippines - Globalization had increasingly brought economies closer together but its palpable effects to the environment can no longer be ignored. Natural resource managers urgently need to craft local level actions and policies as well as participate in concerted efforts at the global or regional levels.
04 Jun 2007
Jakarta, Indonesia - The course will serve as a venue for current and would-be environmental managers and leaders to contextualize natural resource management concepts and principles in a globalizing world.
10 May 2007
Makati, Philippines - In the years ahead, the influences on natural resources coming from regional and global phenomena including international trade, the booming economies of China and India, and climate change could vitally complicate the already complex interactions of the various factors driving change in natural resources.
10 Apr 2007
Laguna, Philippines - Expectations of broad-based growth for fisheries-dependent communities are tempered by concerns on the precarious state of aquatic resources, especially in Southeast Asia. The link among fisheries, poverty, and sustainability raises a host of important and as yet unanswered research questions.
01 Mar 2007
Manila, Philippines - Intended participants are heads of microfinance institutions, government financial regulators and policymakers, and agricultural economists and administrators.
26 May 2007
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Product development and programme marketing in broadcasting rely on research data. The workshop is a step-by-step guide through the different methodologies, the strength and weaknesses of any given study design and analyzing and implementing research results.
09 Mar 2007
Kolkata, India - This conference will provide a forum for technical exchange among related sectors for a critical review of recent developments on microalloyed steels and emerging technologies for newer applications and product development to meet the increasing demand of different industries.
28 Jun 2007
Beijing, China - To tackle worsening air pollution, China recently raised its wind power target for the year 2020 to 30 gigawatts (GW). This business & technology event will give attendees an interesting insight into current wind energy related topics.
17 Apr 2007
Kanagawa, Japan - The aim of the symposium is to bring together engineers and investigators from all over the world in the field of photomasks, NGL masks, and related technologies to discuss recent progress, applications, and future trends.
11 Apr 2007
Chengdu, China - This conference provides a stimulating forum for Intelligence and Security Informatics (ISI) researchers in Pacific Asia and other regions of the world to exchange ideas and report research progress.
29 Mar 2007
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - MTE2007 brings together the best invention and innovative products and services by local corporations and tertiary/research institutions for Malaysians and the rest of the world. This event will be held concurrently with the 6th Invention and Innovation Competition 2007
28 Mar 2007
Singapore - This conference provides an international forum for the presentation of findings from educational research being undertaken at Singapore's Centre for Research in Pedagogy and Practice. It also creates an opportunity for the sharing of ideas and expertise of educators and researchers internationally.
12 Mar 2007
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Asia’s ONLY institutional-focused, Islamic funds & wealth management conference! The Islamic finance industry is estimated to be worth over US$750 billion in assets, and growing at some 15% annually.
01 May 2007
Nanjing, China - The workshop aims to be a highly communicative meeting place for researchers working on a wide range of biomedical topics.
04 Apr 2007
Tokyo, Japan - This event is held every 2 years. The previous exhibition in 2005 attracted over 78,000 visitors in total. The manufacturers involved in quality control or maintenance inspection can expect effective presentation and especially successful PR activities at the event.
19 Nov 2007
Taipei, Taiwan - A programme of the French Cooperation to foster cooperation and networking in research and training in ICT in Asia
12 Mar 2007
This conference provides key solutions to operators and create a strong platform to accommodate the new demands of carriers around the world.
03 Sep 2007
This new international conference - organized by Materials Today - will address the latest developments in three novel and exciting areas of materials research.
05 Dec 2007
The conference provides a valuable contribution to earthquake engineeringbecause it brings together both professionals and researchers from a range of disciplines and a number of countries, principally from the Pacific Rim.
01 Apr 2007
This conference should provide two full days of high calibre discussions triggered by papers presented by representatives from the Petroleum and Petrochemical Industries covering Middle East, Indian subcontinent, China, Japan, Korea, ASEAN and Oceania.
06 Mar 2007
Jakarta, Indonesia - Harnessing the power of new generation communication strategies to stay competitive in a changing world
13 May 2007
The Bam, Balakut and Sumatra earthquakes provided a window of opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of the effective implementation of a comprehensive earthquake risk reduction program in hazard-prone developing countries. SEE-5 will bring together professionals committed to reducing the impact of earthquakes on the built environment.
05 Jul 2007
Istanbul, Turkey - Given the need to address issues of violence, war and peace, human rights, and social justice, there are many questions we must ask ourselves, many debates in which we must engage, and many paths through which we must explore ethical, spiritual, and global solutions to the challenges of globalisation.
24 Mar 2007
Bangkok, Thailand - On the 2550th Anniversary of Buddhism, Mahidol University will be organising SSEASR with sub-themes on women and religion, health and healing, education and religious studies, ethnic mosaic of South and Southeast Asia and many more.
15 Mar 2007
Hong Kong : This conference targets Human Resources professionals who need to hear, share and contribute to the latest thinking on the most current issues from around the region.
10 Feb 2007
Boston, Massachusetts - The conference examines whether transformation and sustainability can be reconciled into a dynamic yet stable Asia. High-profile speakers from all over Asia have been invited.
14 Feb 2007
Vadodara, India - The symposium aims to provide a platform for effective interaction among the scientists in the areas of Nuclear and Radiochemistry and Applications of Radioisotopes.
14 Aug 2007
KL, Malaysia - Map Asia is the largest Annual Asian Conference and Exhibition in the field of GIS, GPS, Aerial Photography and Remote Sensing.
01 Jul 2007
Harbin, China - The field of Smart Materials and Nanotechnology is very diverse with application ranging from bioengineering to photonics. However, the emphasis for this conference will be on their applications in aerospace.
08 Jul 2007
Chengdu, China- The symposium will review the great progress in optical manufacturing technologies during the last decade.

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