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The University of Osaka
27 Jan 2026
Researchers from The University of Osaka have developed a unique approach to delivering laser light through photonic circuitry for controlling the states of trapped ions, representing a potential novel method for overcoming challenges in quantum computing technology.
Singapore University of Technology and Design
27 Jan 2026
Researchers have developed a new strategy to overcome a long-standing limitation in plasmonic loss by reshaping light–matter interactions through substrate engineering.
National Taiwan University
27 Jan 2026
This study demonstrated a new strategy for engineering the surface and functional properties of 2D SrTiO₃ perovskite nanoplatelets through the hydrothermal transformation of Aurivillius phase Bi₄Ti₃O₁₂ nanoplatelets. We successfully synthesised both heterostructural SrTiO₃/Bi₄Ti₃O₁₂ photocatalyst which exhibited significantly higher H2 evolution rate than those of traditional heterojunction photocatalysts.
Duke-NUS Medical School
27 Jan 2026
• AI models can support doctors in making critical decisions and expand access to care in low-resource settings
• However, gaps in infrastructure, skills and governance continue to limit safe and effective adoption
• Researchers call for an international consortium to guide regulation and responsible use of AI in healthcare
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
27 Jan 2026
- Professor Jaewon Ko’s research team at DGIST, in collaboration with international researchers, identified that the loss of function of the MDGA2 gene induces severe developmental and epileptic encephalopathy
- This discovery is expected to pave the way for early diagnosis and the development of new therapies
Hiroshima University
27 Jan 2026
A low-cost, portable radiation dosimetry system uses a smartphone and radiochromic film to provide immediate on-site dose assessments of radiation.
Hiroshima University
26 Jan 2026
Skeletal muscle stem cells in hibernating Syrian hamsters preserve their ability to function by suppressing their activation during the hibernation period, a research team led by Hiroshima University has shown. This insight may lead to a broader understanding of the maintenance of muscle tissue under prolonged low temperature conditions and may eventually lead to therapeutic applications.
Lingnan University
26 Jan 2026
Lingnan University held its Honorary Doctorate Conferment Ceremony today, 26 January. The Hon Andrew Yao Cho-fai, Council Chairman of Lingnan University, conferred honorary doctoral degrees on six distinguished individuals in recognition of their outstanding achievements and valuable contributions to humanity.
Tohoku University
26 Jan 2026
Lymphatic Drug Delivery System (LDDS) is an emerging type of cancer treatment, but its efficacy depends on how efficiently the drugs reach the lymphatic system. A research team from Tohoku University has clarified how the physical and chemical features of medicines affect how they move through the lymphatic and blood systems, helping to advance the clinical development of LDDS.
Tohoku University
26 Jan 2026
A recent review article explores how software-based AI systems are changing the design process of solid electrolytes, enabling faster development of solid-state batteries.
National Taiwan University
26 Jan 2026
Immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) therapy before surgery for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) may produce major pathological response in about one-third of the surgical patients. The clinical and pre-clinical research highlighted that the formation of organized immune hubs within the tumor (tertiary lymphoid structure) after ICI therapy is critical for the induction of antitumor immunity.
Osaka Metropolitan University
26 Jan 2026
Smokers could be at higher risk of post-COVID symptoms
26 Jan 2026
New research led by WCS (Wildlife Conservation Society) documents recovery of Critically Endangered Siamese crocodiles through local stewardship and long-term protection.
National Taiwan University
26 Jan 2026
Scientists at the National Taiwan University Cancer Center and National Taiwan University Hospital have shed light on rare but important situations where radiotherapy to one tumor is accompanied by cancer growth or metastasis at untreated sites.
The University of Osaka
26 Jan 2026
An international research team led by The University of Osaka has demonstrated that two-faced Janus nanoparticles can restore the effectiveness of antibiotics against drug-resistant bacteria. These particles disrupt the protective outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria, which normally blocks antibiotics. This allows conventional drugs to regain access and kill the once-resistant microbes.
National Taiwan University
26 Jan 2026
By utilizing the GaAs substrate miscut, we can modulate the superconducting critical temperature, current, and magnetic field of wafer-scale Al nanofilms grown by molecular beam epitaxy by approximately 10%, 100%, and 1000%, respectively. Our approach points to a simple method of tailoring grain architecture and superconductivity in Al, which is a critical requirement for advancements in quantum computation and engineering.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
26 Jan 2026
- DGIST Professor Youngwook Kim’s research team uncovers a new principle for “ultralow-power memory” without artificial deformation
- Presents a novel physical principle for the realization of next-generation low-power electronic devices and quantum memory
The University of Osaka
26 Jan 2026
A study by The University of Osaka reveals that people who have had COVID-19 are more likely to wear masks. This is driven not by fear, but by an increased awareness of being a potential "silent carrier." The finding suggests that public health messages based on patients' real experiences, highlighting the risk of asymptomatic spread, could be more effective in encouraging preventive behaviors in the general population for future pandemics.
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK)
25 Jan 2026
As global demand for EVs and renewable energy surges, establishing sustainable practices in lithium-ion battery production, recycling, and disposal has become critical. A collaborative study co-led by a young professor in the School of Energy and Environment at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) presents a promising roadmap for this transition. The study was published in Nature Communications.
Lingnan University
25 Jan 2026
On 11 January 2026, Lingnan University’s Department of Psychology and the Wu Jieh Yee School of Interdisciplinary Studies, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Society of Sport & Exercise Psychology (HKSSEP), hosted a seminar titled "The Importance of Sports and Exercise Psychology in Modern Tertiary Education".
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK)
22 Jan 2026
A research team from City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) recently collaborated with an international research team to publish a study revealing a correlation between global contamination of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in globally consumed edible marine fish and associated human health risks.
Tohoku University
22 Jan 2026
What if that traffic associated with the daily commute could be put towards computing? It may sound like a stretch, but that is what researchers from Tohoku University have recently proposed, developing a new artificial intelligence framework that harnesses road traffic as a computing resource. The framework would lessen AI’s reliance on power-hungry hardware, making it more sustainable.
22 Jan 2026
Hand-stencil motifs found in caves in Sulawesi, Indonesia, dating to at least 67,800 years ago, may be the oldest rock art discovered, according to a study published in Nature.
Osaka Metropolitan University
22 Jan 2026
Initially stacked benzene layers increase fluorescent color change drastically when exposed to pressure, suggesting new ways to design the pressure sensors used in machinery and medical devices
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
22 Jan 2026
- Calls on DGIST to serve as a key driver in fostering the AI ecosystem as a national future strategy
- Founding Chair of the DGIST Development Foundation Choong Kon Lee demonstrates exceptional commitment to nurturing talent
Tohoku University
21 Jan 2026
Macrolide antibiotics like azithromycin rely on a complex ring structure that’s powerful but notoriously hard to control. Researchers have uncovered how bacterial enzymes shape this ring during the biosynthesis of the antibiotic pikromycin, revealing new ways to fine-tune macrolide structures. Their findings could open the door to designing improved antibiotics through smarter biosynthetic engineering.
Tohoku University
21 Jan 2026
When aluminum alloys get exposed to sodium chloride solutions, it causes a process known as pitting corrosion. Since aluminum alloys are widely used in transportation equipment, scientists are constantly looking for ways to improve the means of monitoring corrosion. Now, researchers from Tohoku University have developed a new technique to do so.
Hokkaido University
21 Jan 2026
Yasuhiro Iba and his colleagues use complex imaging systems to reveal the secrets of Earth’s ancient creatures.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
21 Jan 2026
A simple tablet could change the way deadly breathing disorders are treated, with no need for electricity, machines, or gas tanks.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
21 Jan 2026
DGIST is creating AI that can physically collaborate with people, truly personalised healthcare, and quantum sensors which will perceive the world in entirely new ways.