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Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU)
11 Jun 2018
HKBU research group has described a new species of gecko in Hong Kong, and named it Hong Kong Tree Gecko (scientific name Hemiphyllodactylus hongkongensis). The species description was published in Zootaxa.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
11 Jun 2018
New study presents capsule-type microrobots to be used for retinal degeneration treatment by minimizing the external effects of cell and drug transfer.
Nagoya University
11 Jun 2018
Nagoya University researchers use E.coli to convert benzene into phenol, simplifying a chemical reaction that is difficult by conventional methods
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
09 Jun 2018
Half a century since the earliest lithium-sulfur batteries were invented, an A*STAR team is leading the race to bring them to the masses.
Asia Research News
08 Jun 2018
8 June Bangkok (Thailand) – One of the world’s most widely used anti-malarial drugs is safe to use, say researchers, after a thorough review and analysis of nearly 200,000 malaria patients who’d taken the drug dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine (DHA-PPQ).
Asia Research News
08 Jun 2018
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Springer Nature
07 Jun 2018
Researchers investigate how the blue-tongued skink uses a full-tongue display to deter attacking predators.
Asia Research News
07 Jun 2018
Competition to innovate is set to peak with the development of China’s Greater Bay Area, with an estimated 12% of the country’s current economy. The area's edge lies not only in technological advancements but the ability for companies to commercialize their innovation at a faster pace than their Western counterparts.
Springer Nature
06 Jun 2018
Research shows that endemic New Zealand bat’s courtship song is complex and gives clues about the physiological characteristics of potential mates
Asia Research News
06 Jun 2018
Did you know? An international team of scientists have accidentally enhanced a plastic-eating enzyme, leading to a discovery that could change our relationship with plastic forever.
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
05 Jun 2018
The interface between two tin-oxide semiconductors can exhibit unexpected metallic properties.
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
05 Jun 2018
An unexpected two-step mechanism occurs when cells copy DNA.
Asia Research News
04 Jun 2018
A Japanese university that suffered from atomic devastation will help pave the way towards a world without nuclear weapons. [The journal's Editor-in-Chief Fumihiko Yoshida is available to speak to journalists on this issue]
Institute for Integrated Cell-Material Sciences (iCeMS) at Kyoto University
04 Jun 2018
Successful replication of ovarian tumours inside chicken eggs heralds a new era for patient-centred cancer treatment.
Asia Research News
04 Jun 2018
Exciting joint power generation event created, called The 73rd Indonesia National Electricity Day - POWER-GEN Asia.
Asia Research News
04 Jun 2018
The minister who believes that real gain in educational improvement happens in the classroom to open EduTECH
Asia Research News
01 Jun 2018
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Hokkaido University
31 May 2018
A new theoretical model involving squeezing light to just the right amount to accurately transmit information using subatomic particles is bringing us closer to a new era of computing.
IOP Publishing
31 May 2018
Although blockchain is traditionally seen as secure, it is vulnerable to attack from quantum computers.
Asia Research News
30 May 2018
Nanoparticles with multifunctional drug precursor for synergistic tumor therapy.
Hokkaido University
30 May 2018
A team of researchers from Hokkaido University and Kansai University has developed DNA-assisted molecular robots that autonomously swarm in response to chemical and physical signals, paving the way for developing future nano-machines. [This release was originally published on 31st January. This new version contains a video clip in the link below]
University of Malaya
30 May 2018
University of Malaya researchers organized a climate change awareness program for secondary school children through fun science activities ‘ExploRace’. The awareness program is hoped to empower and engage active participation from school children to help tackle the climate change issues locally.
Hokkaido University
30 May 2018
After decades of research, a research team has discovered the key receptor molecule that enhances the infection of the influenza A virus, providing a novel target for anti-flu drug development.
Tohoku University
29 May 2018
Researchers at Tohoku University in Japan have discovered a switch to control the spin current, a mechanism needed for information processing with full spin-based devices.
Asia Research News
28 May 2018
Annual AI for Good Global Summit successfully connects experts in artificial intelligence and humanitarian action to advance sustainable development.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
28 May 2018
A startup, affiliated with South Korea's Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) has been selected for the 3rd phase of the Good Starter project by Yoonmin Creative Investment Foundation.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
28 May 2018
Two faculty members in the School of Urban and Enviornmental Engineering at South Korea's Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) have been honored with government awards.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
28 May 2018
The completion ceremony of the Ulsan Industry-University Convergence District was held, along with the 12th Ulsan Chemistry Day in the Auditorium of the UNIST Industry-University Convergence Campus.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
25 May 2018
A rowing team, affiliated with South Korea's Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) has earned 14 medals overall at the 2nd Changwon City Rowing Competition.