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National Taiwan University
23 Mar 2026
Scientists discovered a natural “brake” protein in immune cells that stops harmful overreactions during serious infections. When this brake is missing, the body’s defense cells go out of control and damage organs, but restoring it could open the door to better treatments for life-threatening sepsis.
Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe (Kavli IPMU)
23 Mar 2026
A team of researchers led by the University of Tokyo Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe (Kavli IPMU, WPI) Project Assistant Professor Elisa Ferreira has shown that a discrepancy in a key cosmic measurement in the early universe originates from a subtle statistical interplay between measurements of the cosmic microwave background (CMB) and baryon acoustic oscillations (BAO).
Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe (Kavli IPMU)
23 Mar 2026
A team of researchers led by the University of Tokyo Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe (Kavli IPMU, WPI) Project Assistant Professor Elisa Ferreira has shown that a discrepancy in a key cosmic measurement in the early universe originates from a subtle statistical interplay between measurements of the cosmic microwave background (CMB) and baryon acoustic oscillations (BAO).
23 Mar 2026
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), in partnership with the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) and Thailand’s Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA), convened the ASEAN Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Traffic Management (STM) Seminar-Workshop on 12-13 March 2026 in Manila.
Duke-NUS Medical School
23 Mar 2026
This study shows that MFSD2A transports key lipids (fat molecules) from the blood into the skin, a process critical for maintaining a healthy skin barrier.
National Taiwan University
20 Mar 2026
Researchers at National Taiwan University have developed a tip-enhanced Raman spectroscopy platform that can identify tiny structural differences in oligosaccharides without fluorescent labels. The method can distinguish glycosidic linkages, estimate chain length, and even follow glycan synthesis in real time.
Springer Nature
20 Mar 2026
A newly developed spray-on fabric coating could allow clothes to be cleaned using only water, reducing water and detergent needs.
National Taiwan University
20 Mar 2026
Enhancement of OER has been demonstrated via co-doping of Co/Ni into FeS2, which surpasses the performance of traditional expensive RuO2 as OER electrocatalyst.
Ateneo de Manila University
19 Mar 2026
Ateneo de Manila University has donated a curated collection of its academic journals—spanning topics ranging from precolonial history to modern technology—to the Book Nook at SM North EDSA, one of the Philippines' major malls.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
19 Mar 2026
- A research team led by Dr. Jinhyo Joseph Yun at DGIST mathematically demonstrates the “nudge effect” of business models, which is published in an international journal
- Successfully theorizes the market-creation mechanism of “creative destruction,” the topic recognized by the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2025
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
19 Mar 2026
- A research team led by DGIST Professor Junghyup Lee implements a core technology for a “high-resolution analog-to-digital converter (ADC)” that eliminates motion interference
- Overcomes conflicting circuit design challenges such as low noise and ultra-low power consumption, with strong potential for next-generation medical device applications
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
19 Mar 2026
- Joint educational cooperation with Dowon High School and Hamji High School in Daegu to foster students excelling in science
- Embarking on nurturing future regional science and technology talent through tailored support for science-focused schools
National Taiwan University
19 Mar 2026
A study, published in Small, has introduced a breakthrough solution in the form of a 3D-printed, auxetic hydrogel dressing known as MX/CPDs@PBGC.
Lingnan University
19 Mar 2026
Lingnan University proudly hosted its signature fundraising event, the Bright Future Charitable Foundation presents: Lingnan University Gala Dinner, held last night (18 March), and raised over HK$3 million. All proceeds will be used to enhance the University’s research facilities, supporting infrastructure, and cutting-edge research projects.
The University of Osaka
19 Mar 2026
This study proposes a thin, compact system for enabling high-contrast projection mapping in brightly lit environments. By precisely controlling light so that only the target object remains unilluminated, high-contrast images can be projected onto the object without darkening the entire space.
Osaka Metropolitan University
19 Mar 2026
Researchers developed high-performance, lead-free piezoelectric thin films on silicon that convert everyday vibrations into electricity. By using strain engineering and a novel sputtering method, they achieved record performance and demonstrated the compatibility of efficient, battery-free MEMS energy harvesters with standard semiconductor manufacturing processes.
Duke-NUS Medical School
18 Mar 2026
The winning prototype is a next-generation healthcare solution designed to address real-world solutions for critical clinical challenges.
It’s part of the broader research and innovation curriculum at Duke-NUS, to nurture clinician-innovators and MedTech leaders who can translate breakthrough ideas into solutions that improve patients’ lives.
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK)
18 Mar 2026
A research team from CityUHK, in collaboration with researchers from the Chinese Mainland, has found that LCMs from household electronics and e-waste can bioaccumulate in marine life, including the endangered Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins and finless porpoises. These compounds can penetrate the blood–brain barrier and accumulate in brain tissue, raising concerns about potential risks to the nervous system and other organs.
National Taiwan University
18 Mar 2026
C-terminal variations, arising from mutations and regulatory processes, can either stabilize or destabilize proteins, challenging the traditional view that aberrant termini primarily trigger degradation.
The University of Osaka
18 Mar 2026
Researchers from The University of Osaka have demonstrated for the first time that images projected using a shadowless projection mapping system can be perceived by observers as changes in color and texture of physical objects themselves, rather than as overlaid imagery
Lingnan University
18 Mar 2026
Lingnan University is hosting “Career Expo 2026 - Let’s discover the careers bettering you and the world!” on campus from 17 to 20 March. For the first time, there is an on-site emotional support and career counselling zone for local and non-local students as well as graduates. This initiative aims to bridge the psychological support gap for young people as they move from campus to workplace, helping them cultivate a positive mindset to meet professional challenges.
Lingnan University
17 Mar 2026
Lingnan University held its 2026 Chinese New Year media reception on the Tuen Mun campus today, 17 March, hosted by Prof S.
Kanazawa University
17 Mar 2026
We identified Mrep macrophages that repair muscle but trigger heterotopic ossification in FOP, advancing muscle and FOP therapy development.
Springer Nature
17 Mar 2026
The complete set of nucleobases found in terrestrial DNA and RNA have been detected in samples returned from the asteroid Ryugu, offering insights into the early Solar System's chemistry.
Kanazawa University
16 Mar 2026
Clinically available KRAS inhibitors mainly target G12C, which is rare in PDAC and often acquires resistance. Oncogenic KRAS inactivates RB1 via CDK4/6, while RB1 mutation is rare. Thus, CDK4/6 inhibition offers an indirect strategy to counter KRAS-driven malignancy without direct KRAS targeting.
Osaka Metropolitan University
16 Mar 2026
Through protein binding, molecular heavy drugs are effectively transported to cancerous tissues
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
16 Mar 2026
- Research team led by Jae Eun Jang and Goeun Pyo demonstrates stable “dual-modulated vertically stacked transistors” even with two-dimensional nanochannels
- Enables large-area and multilayer scalability without costly ultra-precision fabrication processes, which is promising for high-density 3D chips and flexible devices
- Published in the leading international journal Advanced Science
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
16 Mar 2026
- Veteran technology entrepreneur Moon Jong Choi, former head of the Daegu Center for Creative Economy and Innovation, appointed to lead venture incubation and investment attraction
- Plans to accelerate fund formation in line with the government’s startup ecosystem revitalization policy and build a “one-stop” virtuous cycle ecosystem for university-industry collaboration
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
16 Mar 2026
- Breaking through the limitations of conventional oxygen-defect-based memories... Simultaneously performing AI computation and storage through precise hydrogen atom control
- First case of successfully controlling hydrogen in a two-terminal vertical structure, accelerating the era of ultra-low-power, high-density neuromorphic chips
- Selected as cover paper for the prestigious international journal ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
Impart
16 Mar 2026
From royal armouries to international exhibitions, koftgari reflects a metalworking tradition shaped by conquest, courtly patronage, and shifting markets. Across Persia and South Asia, artisans inlaid steel with gold and silver, turning arms and regalia into symbols of power, protection, and prestige. Explore the craft across changing political landscapes as its patronage and purpose evolved.