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MAP Academy
24 Mar 2025
In 1864, Prussian photographer John Edward Sache arrived in Calcutta and set up a studio in partnership with WF Westfield. From albumen prints of cityscapes to controversial photographs of Indians, Sache’s career embodied British imperial attitudes to colonised landscapes and peoples.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2025
- A joint research team from DGIST, Kyungpook National University Chilgok Hospital, and Dongguk University has revealed the identity of cervical stem cells for the first time in the world - The research presents new possibilities for cervical cancer prevention and treatment using lactic acid bacteria and lactic acid, published in Nature Communications
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2025
- Fostering field-ready professionals to lead future high-tech industries such as semiconductors, AI, and robotics - Expected to strengthen local industrial competitiveness by invigorating research based on industry–academia collaboration
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2025
- Implemented powerful solar cells without lead and cadmium! Improved power conversion efficiency by 8.26%. - Increased solar cell efficiency by greatly increasing charge carrier diffusion length! Birth of an eco-friendly innovative technology.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2025
- Empirical analysis of how digital transformation is changing the open innovation structure of the automotive industry - A comparison of Korea, Japan, and Germany revealed differences in collaboration across the three countries
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2025
Professor Moon received the Minister of Science, ICT and Future Planning Award for his activities as a Korean member of the Council of Scientists for the Human Frontier Science Program (HFSP), an international organization supporting frontier research in the sciences, and for his contributions to fostering international collaboration
Osaka University
24 Mar 2025
All-in-one OS developed in Japan is fully customizable from set-up through operation and is available via GitHub
Tohoku University
24 Mar 2025
Researchers at Tohoku University examined the change in brain energy dynamics from induced seizures - which could potentially help us better understand individuals with epilepsy.
National Taiwan University
24 Mar 2025
Researchers at National Taiwan University discovered how light stabilizes a key stress-response protein, offering insights into improving crop resilience to harsh environments.
Hiroshima University
21 Mar 2025
A virtual reality experiment suggests that fear, pain, and expectations shaped by prior experiences can disrupt the mind’s grip on the body.
Duke-NUS Medical School
21 Mar 2025
By studying cells, tissues and whole organisms using metabolomics – the large-scale study of small molecules known as metabolites – scientists can gain a deeper understanding of how diseases develop and find ways to stop them before they start.
Ultrafine bubble showers and atopic dermatitis
Osaka Metropolitan University
21 Mar 2025
Considerable positive results found in mice with skin condition induced by external factors
Small-scale fisheries in Southeast Asia. (Photo: Matsuishi Takashi Fritz)
Hokkaido University
21 Mar 2025
Despite decades of warnings about overfishing, Southeast Asia’s capture fisheries have proven remarkably robust.
Osaka Metropolitan University
21 Mar 2025
Constructed strain achieves record-high yield from methanol, advancing eco-friendly biomanufacturing
National Taiwan University
21 Mar 2025
* "Survivors of SJS/TEN Face a Higher Risk of Cardiovascular Diseases and Death for Years After the Acute Phase" * "Tailored Strategies Needed for Early Detection, Prevention, and Intervention to Reduce Long-Term Cardiovascular Burdens in SJS/TEN Survivors"
Duke-NUS Medical School
20 Mar 2025
The winning project, a novel contact lens management system for children impressed a panel of clinical and industrial leaders with its potential to transform patient care and address pressing unmet needs.
National Taiwan University
20 Mar 2025
Integrating an emission gain layer in perovskite LEDs enhances Förster resonance energy transfer and the Purcell effect, achieving high luminance and efficiency.
Tohoku University
19 Mar 2025
A recent study evaluating garnet-type solid electrolytes for lithium metal batteries finds that their expected energy density advantages may be overstated. The researchers posited that composite or quasi-solid-state electrolytes may be more viable alternatives.
Singapore University of Technology and Design
19 Mar 2025
A research team led by SUTD has developed an acoustic method using empirical mode decomposition to detect stones hidden among coffee beans, preventing costly grinder damage in cafés and factories.
19 Mar 2025
Key Insights and Actionable Solutions from GDC 2024 Parallel Session on Research Systems
Osaka University
19 Mar 2025
Cations found to be the culprit behind degraded platinum electrodes
Institute for Integrated Cell-Material Sciences (iCeMS) at Kyoto University
18 Mar 2025
Van der Waals forces, once deemed too weak for structural integrity, have been shown to create stable, highly porous frameworks with exceptional thermal resilience and reversible assembly, paving the way for scalable and recyclable materials.
Osaka Metropolitan University
18 Mar 2025
Effective treatment of gastric cancer-bacterial infections begins with understanding differing clinical methods
National Taiwan University
18 Mar 2025
Researchers have found that pressure can scramble the electrical charge order in a material, creating a disordered "charge glass" state before it turns metallic. This discovery in BiNiO3 offers a new perspective on how materials change under pressure, expanding our understanding of phase transitions, and marking a significant advancement in the fields of physics and materials science.
Composite image of bubble-like structures detected using infrared observation data of the Milky Way obtained by the Spitzer Space Telescope
Osaka Metropolitan University
17 Mar 2025
Using AI image recognition, deep learning model efficiently and accurately finds structures related to star formation
Asia Research News Editors Choice
Asia Research News
17 Mar 2025
Surviving Antarctica, Probiotics ease anxiety, Ancient mariners, Addressing large urban fires, Smart patch & Dying galaxies. Plus Women experts for International Women’s Day 2025. Read all in the latest Editor's Choice.
Osaka Metropolitan University
17 Mar 2025
A self-assessment questionnaire has been developed to evaluate on-the-job training progress
A General Diagram of the AI-Powered Biological Age Model
Osaka University
14 Mar 2025
What’s Your Body Really Worth? New AI Model Reveals Your True Biological Age from 5 Drops of Blood
Ateneo de Manila University
14 Mar 2025
Filipino researchers found that traditional "tapuy" rice wine making yields a potential superfood rich in anti-aging compounds and antioxidants.
Lingnan University’s ten subjects ranked in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, reflecting international recognition of the excellence of Lingnan’s education.
Lingnan University (LU)
14 Mar 2025
Lingnan University in Hong Kong is gaining ongoing recognition in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, with more subjects being ranked, reinforcing its growing academic presence on the global stage. This year, the University has twice as many subjects recognised, increasing from five to ten, with new disciplines—Communication and Media Studies, Sociology, Modern Languages, Education and Training, and Business and Management Studies—being included. While some of the University's latest advancements have yet to be reflected in this round of rankings, these achievements reaffirm Lingnan's dedication to advancing teaching and research. With a strong commitment to integrating digital-age knowledge and innovation, the University continues to prepare for new heights in the future.