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Tohoku University
15 Nov 2024
Researchers at Helmholtz Munich and Tohoku University have discovered that PRDX6, a selenium carrier protein, plays a key role in regulating ferroptosis, a form of oxidative cell death. This finding could lead to new approaches in treating cancer by increasing ferroptosis sensitivity and in neurodegenerative diseases by protecting neurons. The study, published in Molecular Cell, highlights PRDX6’s potential as a therapeutic target for both conditions.
Osaka Metropolitan University
15 Nov 2024
Comprehensive analysis of quantitative changes in various proteins due to aging
Hokkaido University
15 Nov 2024
A new method streamlines the design and effectiveness of ligands used in chemical reactions in catalysis and drug delivery.
Singapore University of Technology and Design
15 Nov 2024
SUTD researchers developed a novel bilayer metasurface that enables unidirectional circularly polarised waves to be emitted, opening up possibilities in the fields of biological and chemical sensing, optical communications, and quantum computing.
Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo (UTokyo-IIS)
15 Nov 2024
Researchers from Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo have combined techniques to determine the location of hydrogen in titanium hydride nanofilms
Duke-NUS Medical School
15 Nov 2024
• This breakthrough test requires only a small blood sample to track modified T cells in patients over time, ensuring therapies remain effective.
• This plug-and-play approach is set to accelerate the development of more T-cell-based therapies and vaccines.
Hiroshima University
14 Nov 2024
Sometimes the holes, or pores, in the molecular structure of a chemical only appear in the presence of certain conditions or other ‘guest’ molecules. This affects the field of separation—one of the most important processes in industry—but researchers have only just begun to unravel this phenomenon
Tohoku University
14 Nov 2024
Researchers look to deep learning techniques in order to streamline the time-consuming process of identifying 2D materials.
Lingnan University
14 Nov 2024
With the global rise in electric vehicles’ popularity, the demand for lithium-ion batteries has surged, leading to a considerable increase in discarded batteries.
Osaka Metropolitan University
14 Nov 2024
Development of a low-cost, easy-to-use tool for assessing the lack of essential nutrients
13 Nov 2024
Applied Microbiology International is holding a free webinar later this month aimed at connecting, inspiring, and advocating for LGBTQIA+ researchers in microbiology.
This event will provide a supportive platform for microbiologists around the world to share their experiences, challenges, and successes while exploring ways to promote diversity and inclusion within the scientific community.
Institute for Integrated Cell-Material Sciences (iCeMS) at Kyoto University
13 Nov 2024
Phase-transformable membrane featuring liquid-glass-crystal states achieves precise CO₂/H₂ selectivity and enhanced gas permeability through modular design with metal-organic polyhedra
Asia Research News
13 Nov 2024
Experts in Food Science, Technology, and Innovation Gather to Strengthen Food Security Efforts
Tohoku University
13 Nov 2024
Researchers have developed a platinum-nickel core-shell catalyst for oxygen reduction reactions. The design improves efficiency and stability, addressing key challenges in catalyst performance, and could open the door to breakthroughs in renewable energy research.
The University of Osaka
13 Nov 2024
Osaka University researchers elucidated the molecular details of how Drosophila larval epidermal cells (LECs) undergo cell death in a controlled manner to regulate epithelial tissue remodeling. Specifically, lower activation of the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) signaling pathway occurs following reduced endocytosis. Decreased EGFR pathway activity allows LECs to switch from undergoing single-cell apoptosis to more widespread cell death in clusters.
National Taiwan University
13 Nov 2024
National Taiwan University study finds that burying beetles thrive on both lab and wild carcasses, validating lab studies on their behaviour, ecology, and evolution.
Hokkaido University
12 Nov 2024
Hokkaido University and Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. signed a partnership agreement in June 2022 to address various social issues in Hokkaido and lead the creation of a sustainable society. As part of this collaboration, Hokkaido Air System Co., Ltd. will equip one of its aircraft with an external camera to commence the world's first regular flight-based red tide monitoring starting in the summer of 2025.
11 Nov 2024
In a pivotal move ahead of COP29, Applied Microbiology International (AMI) has partnered with leading global scientific organisations to issue a unified call to action, spotlighting microbial solutions as pivotal in combating climate change.
In a strategic publication, released in multiple high-impact scientific journals at once, the joint paper advocates for the establishment of a global science-driven climate task force.
Tohoku University
11 Nov 2024
Controlling memories in mice means forgetting a light zap, but in humans it could mean letting go of deeply traumatic events.
Asia Research News
11 Nov 2024
King of nanomaterials, Old but new, Probing stardust properties, Two-in-one, The good grain & Brain-inspired electronic skin. Read all in the latest Editor's Choice.
The University of Osaka
11 Nov 2024
Osaka University and NEC Corporation will showcase a research result at the International Conference for High Performance Computing, Networking, Storage, and Analysis (SC24) scheduled to be held from November 17 to 22, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. The experiment to be conducted will transfer huge research data between servers using a 100 Gbps line between Japan and the United States.
Asia Research News
08 Nov 2024
Asia Research News monitors the latest research news in Asia. Some highlights that caught our attention this week are a new hidden planet, an ancient ocean on Mars, and a flavorsome new species.
Lingnan University
08 Nov 2024
Lingnan University hosted the QS Higher Education Post-Summit: Asia Pacific 2024 today (8 November) on its campus under the theme "Navigating Futures – Empowering Higher Education for Social and Sustainable Impact".
Osaka Metropolitan University
08 Nov 2024
Combination enhances microorganisms’ growth environment, uptake of ammonium and phosphate ions
Duke-NUS Medical School
08 Nov 2024
Duke-NUS scientists investigated how an inherited genetic variation common among East Asians contributes to drug resistance in cancer cells, driving more aggressive cancer growth. The team trialled a precision therapy for this group by blocking the action of a protein called MCL-1, successfully killing many of the cancer cells in laboratory studies.
Ateneo de Manila University
07 Nov 2024
The two Pseudo-nitzschia species found in Luzon produce a dangerous neurotoxin that can cause severe sickness and permanent short-term memory loss.
Osaka Metropolitan University
07 Nov 2024
Surgical field expansion plate allows surgeons more independence
Lingnan University
06 Nov 2024
Lingnan University welcomed Ms Wang Yuyan, Deputy Party Secretary, Head of the Organization Department of the CPC Shandong Provincial Committee and her delegation on their visit to the Lingnan University campus in Tuen Mun on 4 November. Prof S.
Hiroshima University
06 Nov 2024
Research suggests that urban areas could reduce their carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by optimizing their urban form. However, the relationship between urban form and emissions is highly context-dependent and generalizations cannot be made.
Osaka Metropolitan University
06 Nov 2024
Model mice given extracts and powders show restoration of cognitive and motor functions