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National Taiwan University
14 May 2025
Researchers develop energy-efficient spintronic devices with 11 memory states for next-generation neuromorphic computing.
The University of Osaka
14 May 2025
A research team from The University of Osaka has made a significant breakthrough in cancer radiotherapy by identifying conditions under which carbon ion beams—delivered at ultra-high dose rates (uHDR)—can protect normal cells. This phenomenon, known as the “FLASH effect,” could revolutionize cancer treatment by reducing side effects and improving patients’ quality of life.
Hiroshima University
13 May 2025
Using a new fluorescent mouse model with advanced imaging techniques, researchers have successfully visualized how musculoskeletal components are integrated into the functional locomotor system during embryonic development.
YOKOHAMA National University
13 May 2025
Simple BOCDR design maps strain and temperature along fibers without costly GHz equipment.
The University of Osaka
13 May 2025
Researchers unveil a bio-intelligent insect system using UV light to guide movement, reducing harm while improving control.
National Taiwan University
13 May 2025
Rapid, isothermal SPR assay using AuNPs and triplex DNA nanoswitches for ultra-sensitive, non-invasive detection of bladder cancer–associated miRNAs.
Kanazawa University
12 May 2025
Scientists at Nano Life Science Institute (WPI-NanoLSI), Kanazawa University have captured real-time footage showing how a key hormone receptor activates genes, offering a clearer view into one of the most fundamental Kaprocesses in biology.
Osaka Metropolitan University
12 May 2025
Space-saving version of Paralympic sport increases motivation, mobility among older adults
Hiroshima University
09 May 2025
New research shows that the gum disease bacterium P. gingivalis can slip into the bloodstream and infiltrate the heart. There, it quietly drives scar tissue buildup—distorting the heart’s architecture, disrupting electrical signals, and raising the risk of atrial fibrillation.
Tohoku University
09 May 2025
How does obesity affect insulin production? Researchers at Tohoku University are shining light on new stages of the ERK pathway.
Tohoku University
08 May 2025
Data science has revolutionized the hunt for high-performing catalysts, enabling scientists to quickly identify and test suitable materials. A group of researchers has recently reviewed this phenomenon in an article published in the Journal of Catalysis.
Tohoku University
08 May 2025
The rules about magnetic order may need to be rewritten. An international team of researchers found that it was possible to turn a non-magnetic material into a magnetic material by slicing it into thin films.
Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe (Kavli IPMU)
08 May 2025
A research team including Kavli IPMU has found neutrinos from galaxy NGC 1068 might come from helium nuclei smashing into UV light and releasing neutrons that decay into neutrinos without gamma rays.
Lingnan University
08 May 2025
The Chamber of Young Snow Art Exhibition Hall at Lingnan University in Hong Kong presents “Print and Preservation: Special Exhibition on the Exhortations to Promote Good Deeds by Empress Renxiao of the Great Ming”. This is the first public display of the rare 1405 imperial edition from the third year of the Yongle reign compiled by Empress Renxiao of the Ming dynasty.
National Taiwan University
08 May 2025
A joint study by National Taiwan University’s Prof. Hsiao-Mei Wu and Academia Sinica’s Dr. Yi-Chung Tung reveals that oxygen tension elevation during week 4–6 promotes neurogenesis in brain organoids, regulated by Neuroglobin.
National Taiwan University
07 May 2025
A breakthrough to tackle the long-standing challenges of heterogeneity and scarcity in extracellular vesicle (EV) research.
Lingnan University
06 May 2025
With the rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and increasing environmental challenges, global catastrophic risks have gone beyond traditional natural disasters to raise controversial ethical issues. In view of this, the Hong Kong Catastrophic Risk Centre (HKCRC) of Lingnan University has introduced a new, free, online bilingual self-learning course on Ethics and Global Catastrophic Risks, taught by international authorities in philosophy and ethics.
National Taiwan University
06 May 2025
Researchers from National Taiwan University reveal how electric scooter battery-swapping systems can enhance grid flexibility and support urban decarbonization.
National Taiwan University
05 May 2025
In-situ phosphatized Ni–N3PC boosts CO2 to CO conversion in acidic electrolyte, suppresses HER, and achieves >90% FECO with high stability.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
02 May 2025
A massive new database of dielectric material properties could speed up the development of electronics like smartphones and energy storage systems.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
02 May 2025
- Professor Hyuk-jun Kwon’s team at DGIST has developed a high-performance artificial olfactory platform that mimics the human nose to identify a wide range of scents
- A simple laser-based process enables scent-sensitive sensors ... AI-powered scent analysis is expected to impact healthcare, cosmetics, and environmental monitoring
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
02 May 2025
- Joint educational cooperation with Dasa High School, Posan High School, and Hwawon High School to foster scientific talent
- Establishing a foundation for nurturing future scientific talent through educational collaboration between DGIST and the high schools
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
02 May 2025
- Professor Su-Il In’s team at DGIST successfully develops a betavoltaic cell combining a perovskite absorber layer with a radioactive isotope electrode.
- Expected applications include long-term power solutions for space exploration, medical devices, military equipment, and more.
- Research featured as the cover article in Chemical Communications.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
02 May 2025
- DGIST Professor Chun-Yeol You’s research team has successfully induced ferromagnetism in pure vanadium oxide.
- The team has demonstrated the potential to control magnetic properties by simply tuning oxidation states without complex processing.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
02 May 2025
- Expanding educational and research collaboration with Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan
- Synergy expected through hosting WEEF&GEDC 2025 and establishing a Graduate School of Technology Management
Tohoku University
01 May 2025
A research team at Tohoku University’s Advanced Institute for Materials Research (WPI-AIMR) has developed a new technique to rapidly and accurately determine the charge state of electrons confined in semiconductor quantum dots—fundamental components of quantum computing systems. The method is based on Bayesian inference, a statistical framework that estimates the most likely state of a system using observed data.
Osaka Metropolitan University
01 May 2025
Method’s anticancer effects verified at cellular and organismal levels without obvious side effects
Tohoku University
30 Apr 2025
Researchers at Tohoku University have developed a data-driven AI framework that gives scientists a head start by suggesting ideal candidate materials.
Lingnan University
30 Apr 2025
The world is paying attention to the impact of the trade war on various industries, and Lingnan University recently published a report titled "Data-Driven Job Search: Big Data Series Report on Hong Kong's Employment Market", analysing the employment risks and potential challenges in Hong Kong's labour market.
Osaka Metropolitan University
30 Apr 2025
Effective per capita municipal expenditures correlated with population changes