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The pineal gland of zebrafish is located atop the head
Osaka Metropolitan University
16 Jan 2025
Zebrafish arrestins take turns inactivating key protein depending on intensity of light
President S. Joe Qin opens the series of seminars on “A Personal Perspective on Doing Good Research”.
Lingnan University
16 Jan 2025
Lingnan University in Hong Kong recently launched its inaugural seminar series “A Personal Perspective on Doing Good Research”. The series commenced with a seminar delivered by Prof S. Joe Qin, President and Wai Kee Kau Chair Professor of Data Science at Lingnan University, entitled “Doing Research to the Best of and Bigger Than Yourself”.
Ehime University
15 Jan 2025
Development of polymer syntheses using diazocarbonyl compounds as monomers
Tohoku University
15 Jan 2025
A research team proposes a method to assess cancer patients for their likelihood to either respond to treatment or relapse.
Improving AI accuracy
Osaka Metropolitan University
15 Jan 2025
Additional data can help differentiate subtle gestures, hand positions, facial expressions
14 Jan 2025
A new study has lifted the lid on five species of root-lesion nematodes living in maize crops across New Zealand - and suggested the existence of a hitherto-unsuspected cryptic species.
A well used during the 2018 flood in Kure, Hiroshima
Osaka Metropolitan University
14 Jan 2025
Groundwater and multilevel cooperation in recovery efforts mitigated water crisis after flooding
Asia Research News Editor's Choice header
Asia Research News
13 Jan 2025
Crossing the uncanny valley, Batteries that don’t explode, Tiny climate change fighters, Liver-friendly mushroom & Foetal defence. Read all in the latest Editor's Choice.
A group of people posing for a photo at a gala event.
Duke-NUS Medical School
11 Jan 2025
• The legacy of Duke-NUS’ founding donor, the Estate of Khoo Teck Puat, continues with a transformative S$5.5 million gift towards research. • The HEAD Foundation steps up with a S$200,000 scholarship, underpinning Duke-NUS’ commitment to developing medical expertise.
Clusters of T cells under a microscope
Duke-NUS Medical School
10 Jan 2025
Duke-NUS study findings challenge the longstanding reliance on neutralising antibodies for assessing viral immunity, and suggest that development of future vaccines must consider both antibody and T-cell responses for comprehensive protection.
Ehime University
10 Jan 2025
Quantum criticality induced by “lazy” valence electrons
The inbound exchange students, accompanied by their buddies, visit the Hong Kong Palace Museum.
Lingnan University
10 Jan 2025
To promote Hong Kong as an international hub for post-secondary education and enhance the “Study in Hong Kong” brand, Lingnan University in Hong Kong has organised a comprehensive four-day orientation programme for the first time ever specifically for the 147 inbound exchange students.
Exposing liquids to ultrasonic waves can form high-temperature microbubbles.
Osaka Metropolitan University
10 Jan 2025
Key indicator for chemical activity, correlation between liquid and active bubbles generated clarified
National Taiwan University
10 Jan 2025
Gut microbe isolated from infertile women disrupts progesterone metabolism, lowering progesterone levels and impairing ovarian follicular development.
Single camera photogrammetry
Osaka Metropolitan University
09 Jan 2025
Deformation in thin membrane can be measured using simple method
Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo (UTokyo-IIS)
09 Jan 2025
Moving in Sync, Slowly, in Glassy Liquids
Ateneo de Manila University
08 Jan 2025
Ateneo researchers are looking to turn milkfish skin, a common waste byproduct of the Philippine fishing industry, into an invaluable medical resource.
National Taiwan University
08 Jan 2025
Chemical engineers have designed a hybrid catalyst system that uses zeolite to convert methane gas into methanol, followed by an alcohol oxidase, which transforms methanol into formaldehyde.
Medaka mating
Osaka Metropolitan University
08 Jan 2025
Intimate insights into relationship between cost of gamete production and sexual selection
The University of Osaka
07 Jan 2025
Researchers from Osaka University have developed a technology for voltage-controlled magnetization switching, which has the potential to be implemented in next-generation computational memory. This advanced technology enables low-energy data writing operations with non-volatility, making it scalable for future applications that require stable and reliable memory.
Tohoku University
07 Jan 2025
How do Directional Connections Shape Complex Dynamics in Neuronal Networks?
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
06 Jan 2025
- DGIST Professor Jiwoong Yang successfully developed a method for doping semiconductor nanocrystals at the nucleus (seed) phase - It is expected to be applicable to a variety of quantum dot electronic devices, including displays and transistors - The findings have been published in Small Science
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
06 Jan 2025
- Delivered 9,313 briquettes to four vulnerable families - Donated 668 loaves of bread baked by DGIST employees to the local community
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
06 Jan 2025
A new compact magnetic system enables precise cell manipulation, providing a portable and cost-effective solution for diagnostics and lab-on-chip technologies.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
06 Jan 2025
- Takes the lead in global academic research into solar power - Leads the Korea Photovoltaic Society for one year starting in January 2025
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
06 Jan 2025
- DGIST’s Professor Jong-sung Yu’s Team, in Collaboration with Argonne National Laboratory, Develops Next-Generation High-Capacity Lithium–Sulfur Battery Capable of Rapid Charging - Research Findings Published in ACS Nano
The University of Osaka
06 Jan 2025
Cyborg insects integrate living organisms with electronic control units, enabling programmable behavior and superior adaptability to complex terrains compared to conventional robots. While progress has been made in single-cyborg control, coordinating multi-cyborg systems remains challenging due to variability in individual insect responses to control inputs.
New definition of hyperfiltration
Osaka Metropolitan University
06 Jan 2025
New formula for hyperfiltration and glomerular filtration rate takes natural decline into account
An artistic representation of a thermal switch. (Illustration provided by Hiromichi Ohta)
Hokkaido University
01 Jan 2025
Groundbreaking cerium oxide-based thermal switches achieve remarkable performance, transforming heat flow control with sustainable and efficient technology.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
30 Dec 2024
- Dr. Kim Jae-hyun’s team developed a stable, efficient polymer-based solid electrolyte - Applicable to smartphones, EVs, and energy storage