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One-pot selective monofunctionalization of CPP via a chromium complex
Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (WPI-ITbM), Nagoya University
26 Jan 2015
A team of chemists at Nagoya University has synthesized novel transition metal-complexed cycloparaphenylenes (CPPs) that enable selective monofunctionalization of CPPs for the first time, opening doors to the construction of unprecedented nanocarbons.
Lifestock vaccine
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
25 Jan 2015
The projects will help prevent livestock diseases and post-harvest fruit losses that affect millions of farmers around the world.
Flexible display
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
23 Jan 2015
Researchers at Japan’s National Institute for Materials Science revealed that improvements should soon be expected in the manufacture of transistors that can be used, for example, to make flexible, paper-thin computer screens.
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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
21 Jan 2015
Singapore — A new research collaboration between A*STAR’s IHPC, Sembcorp Marine Ltd, University of Glasgow and UGS aims to make a ship’s voyage more smooth sailing by improving its hydrodynamics and energy efficiency.
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Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)
20 Jan 2015
Researchers at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) has developed a method to form micropores of less than 2 nanometers within porous polymers.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
20 Jan 2015
A quantum light source proves that light-sensitive cells in frog eyes can detect single photons
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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
20 Jan 2015
Deploying many low-power, compact antenna nodes to handle cellular traffic can make wireless communication more reliable and adaptable
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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
20 Jan 2015
Mathematical model that learns to compensate for positioning errors can control a micromanipulation system more accurately
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
20 Jan 2015
Laser processing produces deep ripples in silicon over a wide area — something that could enhance solar cell efficiency
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Waseda University
20 Jan 2015
An opinion piece by Professor Hiroshi Toyoizumi of Waseda University in Japan
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Waseda University
20 Jan 2015
An inexpensive and highly durable new material, it is hoped that Catenaccio PA will prove effective for treating contaminated water at the Fukushima Daiichi plant.
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Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
20 Jan 2015
The use of oils and fats has been successfully diversified, resulting in an innovation formulated through nanotechnology that is beneficial to pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries.
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National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
12 Jan 2015
Silicene is the thinnest form of silicon. It is metallic, has graphene-like mobile carriers and can behave like a semiconductor. The wonder material could lead to even smaller electronics but challenges remain in this review published in the Science and Technology of Advanced Materials.
depressed girl
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
12 Jan 2015
Mental illness – particularly depression – is a rising problem with Malaysia’s youth. Two recent studies published in the Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences & Humanities shed light on the relationship between poor family dynamics and the development of mental illness.
Poster for Swiss Chemical Society Lectureship 2015
Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (WPI-ITbM), Nagoya University
07 Jan 2015
Professor Kenichiro Itami has been awarded the Swiss Chemical Society Lectureship 2015. The Swiss Chemical Society Lectureship is awarded to world-class distinguished scientists and it is organized under the patronage of the Swiss Chemical Society.
Synthesis of marine alkaloid, dictyodendrin using selective C-H functionalization strategies
Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (WPI-ITbM), Nagoya University
07 Jan 2015
Through an extensive international collaboration, scientists at the Center for Selective C–H Functionalization (CCHF), Emory University and the Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (ITbM), Nagoya University have synthesized marine alkaloids with anti-cancer and therapeutic properties through a sequential C-H functionalization strategy.
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University of Malaya
07 Jan 2015
University of Malaya’s Professor Rajah Rasiah was awarded the 2014 Celso Furtado Prize in Social Sciences by The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS). This was in recognition of his pioneering contribution to the theory and methodology of how technological capabilities relate to economic development
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University of Malaya
30 Dec 2014
Dr. Farrah Dina Yusop, the Deputy Director of the Curriculum Development Center and senior lecturer of the Faculty of Education, University of Malaya, Malaysia has been awarded the prestigious Outstanding Journal Article Award 2014 from the world renowned Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT), USA.
Fish-oil
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
23 Dec 2014
Microalgae can produce high value health compounds like omega-3s , traditionally sourced from fish. With declining fish stocks, an alternative source is imperative. Published in the Pertanika Journal of Tropical Agricultural Science, researchers evaluated various methods for extracting fatty acids and carotenoids from two microalgae species.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
23 Dec 2014
The two organisations will further the development of spin transfer torque magnetic random access memory (STT-MRAM) and bring STT-MRAM devices closer to commercialisation.
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Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences
21 Dec 2014
Scientists in Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow have revealed a variety of transformations taking place on carbon surface under the influence of metal nanoparticles and microwaves.
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS)
18 Dec 2014
The TWAS 2015 Prizes will be awarded in recognition of an outstanding contribution to knowledge in the following eight fields of science: Agricultural Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Mathematics, Medical Sciences and Physics.
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Asia Research News
17 Dec 2014
An innovative algorithm automatically finds the quickest way to calamity-affected sites using open-source map data
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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
17 Dec 2014
Mixed nanoparticle systems may help purify water and generate hydrogen
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
17 Dec 2014
A technique to analyze production processes highlights the financial benefits of recycling
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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
17 Dec 2014
Higher welding speed improves the quality of welds between dissimilar alloys
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
10 Dec 2014
Virtual reality based training systems boost cognitive functions
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National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
10 Dec 2014
Development of new material capable of autonomous molecular organization in accordance with preprogramming
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Waseda University
10 Dec 2014
An opinion piece from Professor Yoshihiko Fukushima of Waseda University in Japan.
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Asia Research News
10 Dec 2014
Malaysia’s first indigenous Hydrogen Fuel Cell vehicle was launched by Education Minister II Datuk Seri Idris Jusoh at The National University of Malaysia (UKM).