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Tohoku University
01 Apr 2026
Psst, have you heard that mushrooms can “gossip” and spread information to their neighbours? Researchers at Tohoku University showed how electrical information flows between mushrooms in response to a unique stimulus: urine.
The University of Osaka
01 Apr 2026
A joint research team between the Center for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology (QIQB) at The University of Osaka and Fixstars Corporation has demonstrated one of the world's largest classical simulations of iterative quantum phase estimation (IQPE) quantum circuits for quantum chemistry on up to 1,024 GPUs, surpassing the previous 40-qubit limit.
The University of Osaka
01 Apr 2026
Free-electron lasers can be tuned to operate over a wide range of wavelengths, but they conventionally require large-scale facilities. Researchers from The University of Osaka show that laser wakefield acceleration can dramatically miniaturize this technology by improving plasma stability and electron beam quality. Their study demonstrates such lasers in the extreme ultraviolet, with the ultimate goal of further refining the technology to operate at x-ray wavelengths.
Osaka Metropolitan University
01 Apr 2026
Researchers identified the tegmentum in the midbrain as an ‘integration center’ of fish. The area receives visual information from the eyes that is combined with color information detected by the pineal organ—the ‘third eye.’ These inputs are integrated to control how fish orient themselves in the water.
Overview of a framework for prioritizing variants of uncertain significance (VUS) identified by comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP)
Hiroshima University
31 Mar 2026
Hiroshima University researchers have developed a practical framework to identify candidate pathogenic variants hidden among the large number of variants of uncertain significance (VUS) detected in comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) of cancers. This framework could improve the accuracy of precision oncology by more reliable prioritization of VUS.
Springer Nature
31 Mar 2026
A poor diet remains a leading contributor to ischaemic heart disease, according to an analysis from 204 countries over a 30-year period
Conventional strategies often lead to the uncontrolled diffusion of ligand molecules into the perovskite bulk or their severe loss during solvent washing, failing to form an effective ligand layer. The research team proposes a novel strategy that successfully immobilises the ligand molecules onto the SAM molecules, constructing a localised 2D/3D structure.
Lingnan University
31 Mar 2026
In response to the global demand for clean energy transition, tandem solar cells are recognised as a crucial next-generation technology that will significantly improve solar power efficiency.
Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo (UTokyo-IIS)
31 Mar 2026
Researchers develop a system that inflates human lung organoids from within to analyze lung mechanics
Hokkaido University
31 Mar 2026
A new platform could improve reproductive toxicity testing by enhancing both efficiency and ethical standards
Hokkaido University
31 Mar 2026
A new international survey reveals clear differences in how veterinarians and animal welfare scientists in Japan and the UK perceive animal welfare, particularly animal behaviour.
Hokkaido University
31 Mar 2026
Loss of habitat along their migratory routes may be driving the recent decline in Japanese chum salmon populations
Hokkaido University
31 Mar 2026
Opening new possibilities for fluorescence-based imaging in extreme environments, from bioimaging to advanced materials
Overview of the fungal transcriptome functional annotation workflow and downstream functional analysis
Hiroshima University
31 Mar 2026
Researchers at Hiroshima University have developed a new tool to quickly and accurately map fungal gene functions, even for species that have never been studied before.
Hiroshima University
30 Mar 2026
Concrete harbors distinct microbial zones whose signatures survive the heat of routine core sampling, a discovery researchers say could one day put structural health diagnostics within reach of general maintenance staff and even residents.
Hokkaido University
30 Mar 2026
A new global review shows countries taking very different approaches to regulating polygenic embryo testing
Tohoku University
30 Mar 2026
When donning an augmented or mixed reality headset, typing via air gestures can be tiring. To remedy this, researchers at Tohoku University developed an approach that turns everyday surfaces into keyboards.
Ehime University
30 Mar 2026
Assessing the Impact of Chemical Contaminants on Finless Porpoises Using In Vitro Data and Mass Distribution Modeling
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK)
30 Mar 2026
Scientists at CityUHK achieved a breakthrough in recent months with the discovery a novel compound, named MF-8. The compound and its associated pharmaceuticals demonstrate significant potential to provide safer, more effective treatments for psychiatric and neurological disorders, such as memory impairment, depression and anxiety, while effectively mitigating the side effects associated with existing medications.
The University of Osaka
30 Mar 2026
Fujitsu Limited and the Center for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology at The University of Osaka today announced the development of a new technology designed to accelerate the industrial application of quantum computers in the era of early fault-tolerant quantum computing (early-FTQC). By combining ver.
National Taiwan University
30 Mar 2026
A research team from Taiwan has developed a novel hybrid air-conditioning system integrating shallow geothermal energy and a desiccant wheel. Field tests confirm it significantly reduces energy consumption by up to 34.3% in hot and humid climates, offering a promising solution for net-zero buildings.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
30 Mar 2026
- Professor JaeDong Lee’s team discovers the cause of “ultrafast electronic decoherence” in open quantum environments - Provides a decisive breakthrough, bridging ideal quantum theory and real-world quantum technologies - Published in the leading interdisciplinary science journal Advanced Science
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
30 Mar 2026
- Professor Jiwoong Yang’s team has developed a quantum-dot-based “circularly polarized light” sensor covering ultraviolet to infrared spectrum. - Breakthrough design introduces chiral structures into charge transport pathways, overcoming material and wavelength limitations of conventional optical sensors. - Published in Advanced Materials, a top-tier international journal in the field of materials science.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
30 Mar 2026
- DGIST Professor Kim Jinsoo’s team has developed dry-electrode technology for batteries using paraffin material - Achieving a primer-free, solvent-free process… Stable charge-discharge performance for over 1,000 cycles - 95% reduction in costs compared to conventional fluorine-based binders, with a global warming potential of 0.05%
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
30 Mar 2026
- Applications for the DGIST Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (D-SURF) surged compared to the previous year, demonstrating the university’s growing global research competitiveness - Hosted WEEF & GEDC 2025, featuring lectures by Nobel laureates and marking the success of its proactive global initiatives - Set to host the Asian Engineering Deans’ Summit (AEDS 2026) in May, positioning DGIST as a leader in education and research across Asia
National Taiwan University
30 Mar 2026
Published in Nature Ecology and Evolution, a novel study led by National Taiwan University connects plant and insect physiology, chemical ecology, molecular function, and evolutionary analysis to offer a new perspective on plant–insect coevolution.
The conference brings together more than a hundred experts from around the world.
Lingnan University
27 Mar 2026
Asian turtles face a severe conservation crisis caused by illegal poaching and the wildlife trade. Supported by Ocean Park and the Ocean Park Conservation Foundation Hong Kong, Lingnan University is hosting the inaugural International Conference on Integrated Conservation of Asian Turtles (ICAT) from today, 27 March, through 30 March 2026.
Sungkyunkwan University
27 Mar 2026
Production of aromatics and cyclohexane-based compounds through an electrochemical process without external hydrogen
Method for observing photon delocalization (Ryuya Fukuda, et al. New Journal of Physics. March 23, 2026)
Hiroshima University
26 Mar 2026
Hiroshima University researchers develop a new experimental method to demonstrate that interference physically delocalizes each photon.
Springer Nature
26 Mar 2026
According to a 20-year study in mice published in Nature Communications, repeated cloning cannot be sustained indefinitely in mammals.
The University of Osaka
26 Mar 2026
Researchers from The University of Osaka have proposed a compact LED design that directly emits circularly polarized light using a nanoscale GaN metasurface integrated onto the device. This design removes the need for bulky optical components traditionally used to create polarized light and could help enable smaller optical systems for applications such as 3D displays, augmented reality, and photonic technologies.