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National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
19 Aug 2015
A joint research has demonstrated experimentally that single photons can be used to make decisions in uncertain, dynamically changing environments.
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Tohoku University
19 Aug 2015
Researchers in Japan have developed a sensor for the living body that can detect the bio-magnetic field with high sensitivity and high resolution.
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Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
19 Aug 2015
Researchers in Malaysia are using plant materials to produce a bio-sourced hybrid composite for aerospace and automotive application.
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Wildlife Conservation Society
19 Aug 2015
The Chief Minister of the Malaysian state of Sarawak has issued a video statement highlighting his intention to protect orangutans in a biodiverse-rich region in Malaysia.
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Asia Research News
19 Aug 2015
Frost & Sullivan’s New Mega Trends, ‘impact on convergence in the future’ has identified 4 types of convergence: Products, Technologies, Industries and Competition.
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National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
18 Aug 2015
A new study shown that meteorite impacts on ancient oceans may have created nucleobases and amino acids.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
18 Aug 2015
A durable catalyst developed for green biodiesel production from low grade feedstock through one-step catalysis
IOP Publishing
18 Aug 2015
Scientists in Korea and Germany have developed a brain-computer control interface for a lower limb exoskeleton by decoding specific signals from within the user’s brain.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
18 Aug 2015
A novel nanocomposite paste for green building application
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
18 Aug 2015
Dr. Masamitsu Hayashi of NIMS's magnetic materials unit was awarded the IUPAP Young Scientist Prize in Magnetism at the 20th International Conference on Magnetism (ICM).
SMU Assistant Professor Maartje de Visser
Singapore Management University
17 Aug 2015
A country’s constitution protects the rights of its citizens. But who protects the constitution? SMU Assistant Professor Maartje de Visser looks to answer this question.
SMU Professor Gary Greguras
Singapore Management University
17 Aug 2015
What is leader humility? Is leader humility in Singapore the same as elsewhere? How much do Singaporeans value humble behaviour from their leaders? SMU Professor Gary Greguras investigates.
SMU Assistant Professor Hsu Wen-Tai
Singapore Management University
17 Aug 2015
SMU Assistant Professor Hsu Wen-Tai uses mathematical models to study urban landscapes and what makes big and small cities different.
SMU Associate Professor Goh Beng Wee
Singapore Management University
17 Aug 2015
SMU Associate Professor Goh Beng Wee investigates the benefits and consequences of internal controls to corporate organisations.
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Singapore Management University
17 Aug 2015
Research on financial reporting and disclosure examines issues at the heart of business, say Professors Cheng Qiang and Holly Yang from the SMU School of Accountancy.
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Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences
14 Aug 2015
Scientists from St.Petersburg University and Zelinsky Institute, Russia investigated chemical applications of calcium carbide. The project advances the idea of diverse acetylene chemistry on the basis of carbide technology. Cheap carbide raw material has been transformed into valuable products for material science and organic synthesis.
The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus
The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus
14 Aug 2015
Professor Peter Leggat AM from James Cook University, Australia, partners with The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus (UNMC) in the area of geospatial technologies used by public health sector in disaster management.
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Asia Research News
14 Aug 2015
Researchers in India and France have shown the biomarker role of certain circulatory microRNAs characteristic of ‘Asian Indian phenotype’ in patients with type 2 diabetes.
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Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)
12 Aug 2015
A research team in Korea has reported for the first time the production of 1,3-diaminopropane via fermentation of an engineered bacterium.
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Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
12 Aug 2015
A community programme initiated by researchers in Malaysia aims to increase livestock in a rural area as well as producing income for goat breeders by equipping them with expert knowledge through training.
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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
12 Aug 2015
Researchers in Singapore have invented an “intelligent continence management system” comprising a thin disposable sensor strip which has the potential to improve the care of elderly and bedridden patients.
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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
12 Aug 2015
Findings will advance our understanding of how cellular metabolism changes during aging and during rejuvenation after egg fertilisation.
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Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)
11 Aug 2015
A research team at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) has developed fiber-like light emitting diodes, applicable to wearable displays.
Tohoku University
10 Aug 2015
The agreement brings Tohoku University closer towards incorporating the field of Data Science into its International Joint Graduate Programme project.
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Tohoku University
07 Aug 2015
Researchers in Japan have been looking into how tsunami-type waves can originate from massive storm systems, independent of earthquakes or landslides.
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Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
07 Aug 2015
Using palm oil and Rutaceae herb, researchers at University of Putra Malaysia (UPM) have developed cooking oil that can be used 80 times.
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
07 Aug 2015
International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is proud to be a key partner in the clinical trial of a “game-changing” candidate Ebola vaccine, a critical part of the global effort to ensure the world is better prepared for the next outbreak.
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Tohoku University
06 Aug 2015
An ultra-high-speed CMOS image sensor that offers 10 million frames per second with ISO16,000 photosensitivity has been developed by researchers at Tohoku University.
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
06 Aug 2015
Canada’s International Development Research Centre has been chosen to host the new Centre of Excellence for Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS), beginning in 2015-2016.
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Asia Research News
06 Aug 2015
Meet world-renowned speakers with hands-on knowledge on biotechnology - Kuala Lumpur, August 17-19, 2015