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Three-dimensional aromaticity by stacked antiaromatic compounds
Nagoya University
15 Dec 2016
International collaboration led by Nagoya University uses two-dimensional antiaromatic materials to realize three-dimensional aromatic structures.
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
14 Dec 2016
Jean-Marie Basset, a distinguished professor of chemical science and director of the Catalysis Center at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia, has been named a Fellow of the US National Academy of Inventors (NAI).
Plasma activated Ringer’s lactate solution (PAL) exhibited anti-tumor effects in vitro and in vivo.
Nagoya University
14 Dec 2016
Nagoya University researchers have developed cold plasma-activated Ringer’s solution for chemotherapy. The solution has anti-tumor effects in vitro and in vivo that derive from the lactate component.
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
12 Dec 2016
Researchers in Hong Kong have developed the Smart Indoor Cultivation Platform that can be set up in urban buildings and save water consumption by 95% compared with conventional methods.
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
12 Dec 2016
Research at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia, finds that silver atoms can be crafted into a box-shaped nanocluster by careful selection of ligand molecules.
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King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
12 Dec 2016
Advanced numerical models are helping researchers identify potential sites to exploit offshore wind and wave energy in the Red Sea region.
Tohoku University
12 Dec 2016
Neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are on the rise, but its underlying mechanisms are poorly understood.
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University of Malaya
08 Dec 2016
There is a strong connection between breast cancer and the high rate of breast density. These are cases wherein the patient has previously undergone mammography screening and been cleared as ‘normal’. A subsequent diagnosis of cancer indicates the failure of mammography to detect the breast cancer.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
08 Dec 2016
UNIST professor Seungbae Park of Division of General Studies has published a book, entitled "Great Debates in Philosophy".
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
08 Dec 2016
"Dynamic Growth in Contemporary Art and Creative Practitioners for the Future" by Professor Kyong-Mi Paek of General Studies.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
08 Dec 2016
The 2nd Genome Korea International Conference to be held at UNIST on November 30, 2016.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
08 Dec 2016
UNIST Professor Joonbum Bae's tele-operation robot received a commendation from the Minister of Public Safety and Security (MPSS).
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
08 Dec 2016
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), South Korea, to lay the foundation for mutual growth between universities and businesses.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
08 Dec 2016
Professor Jang Hyun Choi of Life Sciences and Professor Mi Hee Lim of Natural Science at Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), South Korea, has been listed in "30 Young Scientists of Korea".
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
08 Dec 2016
South Korea's Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), the only S&T specialized institution and the third university in the nation to receive the recognition.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
08 Dec 2016
A new research from South Korea reported the full generalization of the KV model by including all of the linear (both external and space-charge) coupling forces, beam energy variations, and arbitrary emittance partition, which all form essential elements for phase-space manipulations.
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Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
08 Dec 2016
A research team, affiliated with South Korea's Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), has developed liquid-like TE materials that can be painted on almost any surface. This new technology can convert exhaust heat into electricity for vehicles and other applications.
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Tohoku University
07 Dec 2016
Dopamine is a chemical in the brain that plays an important role in controlling movement, emotion and cognition. Dopamine dysfunction is believed to be one of the causes of disorders like Schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Parkinson's disease.
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Asia Research News
07 Dec 2016
• Universitas 21 awards 2017 Gilbert Medal to Professor Dzulkifli Abdul Razak • Medal honours the work of Professor Alan Gilbert, one of the founders of Universitas 21 • Professor Dzul is 7th recipient, the first from Asia
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Asia Research News
07 Dec 2016
The list highlights the region’s most creative and bold young inventors, entrepreneurs and researchers, celebrating the rising stars who have dedicated their careers to purpose-driven innovation.
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Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)
06 Dec 2016
Plastics and other polymers are used every day. These polymers are mostly made from fossil resources by refining petrochemicals. On the other hand, many microorganisms naturally synthesize polyesters known as polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) as distinct granules inside cells.
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Tohoku University
06 Dec 2016
Researchers are investigating novel ways by which electrons are knocked out of matter. Their research could have implications for radiation therapy.
Generating cleaner power
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
05 Dec 2016
The characterization of compounds produced in combustion could lead to cleaner, more efficient power stations.
Red Sea study region
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
05 Dec 2016
An advanced numerical model is helping researchers better understand the variability of the Red Sea’s climate patterns.
An Arabidopsis thaliana plant turned into an albino species by knockout of the PDS3 gene.
Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (WPI-ITbM), Nagoya University
05 Dec 2016
Plant biologists at ITbM, Nagoya University have developed a genome editing method to knockout target genes in a model plant with high efficiency. The team reports a new CRISPR/Cas9 vector for the model plant that can strongly induce inheritable mutations.
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Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute(ETRI)
01 Dec 2016
Researchers from Korea’s Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) have developed a high performance processor for autonomous vehicles called Aldebaran.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
01 Dec 2016
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is proud to unveil the plaque today (30 November) for the “PolyU-Huawei Joint Laboratory for Optical Interconnection Network and Advanced Computing System” (Joint Lab).
extensibility of polymer gels
Nagoya University
01 Dec 2016
A research team has developed new approach to strengthen polymer gels by changing the length of polymer “thread” per molecular “bead”.
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Tohoku University
30 Nov 2016
Researchers at Tohoku University have developed a super flexible liquid crystal (LC) device, in which two ultra-thin plastic substrates are firmly bonded by polymer wall spacers.
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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
30 Nov 2016
Combining silicon with an optically active material enables tiny lasers compatible with industrial fabrication techniques.