SARS vaccine: A bit spiky

In Nature China this week - Scientists in China have developed a recombinant vaccine for SARS, Consultation rates of flu-like illness can be used as a predictor for the seasonality of influenza virus activity in Hong Kong and other tropical regions and more.

30 January 2008

Nature China highlights the best research coming out of Mainland China and Hong Kong, providing scientists from around the world with a convenient portal into publications drawn from across all scientific disciplines.

SARS vaccine: A bit spiky
Scientists in China have developed a recombinant vaccine for SARS

Influenza surveillance: Seasonal predictors
Consultation rates of flu-like illness can be used as a predictor for the seasonality of influenza virus activity in Hong Kong and other tropical regions

Antipsychotic medication: Managing weight gain
A combination of diet, exercise and treatment with metformin is effective for weight loss in patients receiving antipsychotic medication

Behavioural disorder: In search of hyperactive genes
Scientists have identified susceptibility genes for attention deficit hyperactive disorder in the Chinese Han population

Shape-memory polymers: Made in chain
Shape-memory polymers embedded with chains of nickel powder have enhanced electrical conductivity

Quantum confinement: Cold control
The quantum confinement of electrons at low temperatures can be used to control the electrical properties of metals

Published: 01 Feb 2008

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