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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
03 May 2011
A novel photochemical process allows catalytic and magnetic metals to be deposited onto semiconductor nanorods without effort
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
03 May 2011
Systematically designed ultrasmall peptides mimic the molecular assembly processes observed in neurodegenerative diseases
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
03 May 2011
A germanium–tellurium alloy could form the basis for reconfigurable electronic switches
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
03 May 2011
Motion-sensing technologies developed at A*STAR could revolutionize human–computer interaction.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
03 May 2011
Hitachi Asia Ltd. and the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) Data Storage Institute (DSI) recently entered into a strategic partnership to research a new generation storage system for genome sequencing data.
RIKEN
03 May 2011
‘Good citizens’ in the human gut bacterial community produce protective compounds that help prevent onset of food poisoning
RIKEN
03 May 2011
Titanium oxide doped with cobalt produces magnetic properties at room temperature via a newly discovered mechanism
RIKEN
03 May 2011
Social learning occurs in specific nerve cells in the cerebral cortex of the brain that become fully active only when observing others
Nature Publishing Group
01 May 2011
Summaries of newsworthy papers on Learning and memory; Energy conversion with polymers; Quantum memory with a single atom; A Rosi-coloured view of food intake and on Obesity-induced endoplasmic reticulum stress
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
27 Apr 2011
The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has strengthened its efforts in nurturing hospitality graduates to address the growing demands of the hospitality and tourism industry in Hong Kong and the region.
Nature Publishing Group
27 Apr 2011
Summaries of newsworthy papers on Patenting Ethics; The rise of people power; The role of Agulhas leakage in climate control; How the Grand Canyon and its neighbours got grand and Keeping rats up past their bed time
RIKEN
25 Apr 2011
Analysis of mutations of the 2009 pandemic influenza A(H1N1) virus by researchers at the RIKEN Omics Science Center (OSC) has revealed major genetic differences between the virus in its early phase of infection in Japan and in its peak phase.
Nature Publishing Group
24 Apr 2011
Summaries of newsworthy papers - Chemical Biology: Old drugs as new antibiotics; Neuroscience: Mate selection: it’s a matter of taste; Immunology: Neuroinflammatory driver; Medicine: Entry cofactors for HCV; And finally…Nature: A queen in the making
RIKEN
21 Apr 2011
An article in Science Signaling by researchers at the RIKEN Research Center for Allergy and Immunology (RCAI) has clarified for the first time the mechanism governing differentiation of B cells into antibody-producing plasma cells.
Nature Publishing Group
20 Apr 2011
Summaries of newsworthy papers on Healing light fixes smart materials; Manipulating mosquitoes to manage malaria; Mechanics of anxiety control; The future of the PhD; Detection of a footprint from one of Saturn’s moons; Refining the microbiome; TRIMming back virus infection; Serotonin from the placenta
Chiang Mai University
20 Apr 2011
A research team from Chiang Mai University (CMU) have developed a simpler, less-expensive Detection Kit for monitoring Hyaluronan using purified protein from the waste cartilage of a variety of species from the meat processing industry. The research won the team the National Research Council Invention Award, 2011.
Universiti Sains Malaysia
18 Apr 2011
A mouthwash that may help prevent mouth cancer has been developed by researchers at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). The plant based product could provide a non-alcoholic alternative to conventional products for the Islamic market.
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
18 Apr 2011
The impact of crude oil prices has far reaching impacts on the direct and indirect costs involved in rice production. Researchers have mapped crude oil, rice and soybean oil prices between 1970 and 2008 and demonstrate the implications of world crude oil prices on the agriculture sector, in particular on rice production.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
18 Apr 2011
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has recently received a software and system donation worth more than HK$700,000 from Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited (HAESL), with further support from Metrology Software Products Limited (MSP).
Waseda University
18 Apr 2011
Professor Osamu Soda of Waseda University examines how best to proceed with reconstruction in the areas affected by the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan.
RIKEN
18 Apr 2011
On April 12, Dr. Naoyuki Taniguchi, Group Director of RIKEN Advanced Science Institute was awarded the Japan Academy Prize for the following achievements.
Nature Publishing Group
17 Apr 2011
Summaries of newsworthy papers - Nature: Role of microRNA uncovered for HIV control; Medicine: A new target for chronic asthma; Physics: Quantum effects of gravity probed; Geoscience: The source of toxic mercury; Nature: Targeting RORs to ameliorate autoimmune disease; And finally…Materials: Killer carriers for malignant cells
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
15 Apr 2011
A group of researchers from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) successfully produced Cardio-mate or a salt substitute from plants with low sodium content which proves to be friendly for heart, diabetes and high blood pressure patients who are at risk of food salt.
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
15 Apr 2011
Located at the headquarters of MIGHT (Malaysian Industry-Government Group for High Technology), Datuk Rosdi Mahmud, the CEO of CTRM Sdn Bhd, and who is also the Executive Director of Aerospace Malaysia Innovation Centre (AMIC) has declared that UPM is selected as the Lead University for AMIC.
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
15 Apr 2011
A Professor with the Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Prof. Dr. Ahmad Ismail was appointed President of the Academic Officer of Universiti Putra Malaysia (PPAUPM) which came into effect March 3rd, 2011.
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
15 Apr 2011
The recently held 2011 Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Day, held at Universiti Putra Malaysia, has allowed opportunities for professional groups within the government sector, private sector as well as the academic experts to share ideas and expertise to further advance the GIS system.
RIKEN
15 Apr 2011
On 7 March 2011, the RIKEN Advanced Science Institute (ASI) welcomed Ada Yonath from the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel to present a special lecture at RIKEN’s Wako Campus
RIKEN
15 Apr 2011
‘Pincer’ molecules trap reactive rare earth elements into previously unseen hydrogen-infused structures
RIKEN
15 Apr 2011
Mercury-containing oxides offer a new perspective on the mechanism of superconductivity
Universiti Sains Malaysia
14 Apr 2011
The teaching and learning process (P&P) using the interactive smart board, an innovation by Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), can help overcome the problem of boredom, especially among school students.