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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
15 Feb 2012
Singapore, 15 February 2012- The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is showcasing 15 cutting-edge technologies to boost safety and productivity that is of relevance to the aerospace and aviation industry.
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
15 Feb 2012
Sarawak has the potential to be Malaysia's top contributor of furniture for export because it is a major producer of tropical timber and timber products.
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
14 Feb 2012
Norizan Mat Diah, Marina Ismail, Putri Mazliana Abdul Hami and Suzana Ahmad of UiTM Shah Alam, Malaysia developed a software to teach children Jawi calligraphy.
Tokyo University of Science
14 Feb 2012
In late January 2012, Tokyo University of Science President Akira Fujishima visited Hyderabad University during a trip to India as a guest lecturer and concluded an academic exchange agreement.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
14 Feb 2012
The National Institute for Materials Science in Japan has concluded a Comprehensive Collaborative Agreement (a sister institute agreement) with National Taiwan University (NTU) in Republic of China (Taiwan).
Universiti Sains Malaysia
14 Feb 2012
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) aims to reinforce its relationship with higher education institutions in Saudi Arabia.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
13 Feb 2012
A total of 18 members joined the A*STAR Aerospace Programme’s consortium to collaborate on pre-competitive research in aviation technologies, develop new products, processes and solutions in aviation engineering, and improve performance, safety and productivity.
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
13 Feb 2012
To mark its commitment in striving to meet the mission of being an exemplary university of internationally acknowledged stature, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) promoting academic and research interactions with B S Abdur Rahman University (BSAU) of Chennai, India, in Kuching yesterday.
Nature Publishing Group
12 Feb 2012
Latest News from Nature 12 february 2012
RIKEN
10 Feb 2012
A new method to map nanostructures within materials may lead to biological imaging of the internal organization of cells
RIKEN
10 Feb 2012
Revelation of how certain compounds adhere so strongly to HIV’s coat points to a fresh therapeutic approach
RIKEN
10 Feb 2012
Measurements from high-energy collision experiments lead to a better understanding of why meson particles disappear
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
09 Feb 2012
New research holds promise for applications ranging from high-precision optical components to tooth fillings.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
09 Feb 2012
Singapore, 9th February 2012 – The Institute for Infocomm Research (I2R), is collaborating with Cambridge Silicon Radio (CSR), a world leader in wireless technologies, connectivity and location solutions to enable CSR to develop and market the next-generation standard-compliant as well as proprietary video coding solutions.
Asia Research News
09 Feb 2012
The Apple of Sodom (Calotropis procera) plant is often regarded as a nuisance, but thanks to researchers in Saudi Arabia it could now be the source of a novel insulating material. ResearchSEA spoke to Dr Mohamed Ali from King Saud University at the 2011 British Invention Show where he received a gold medal for his work.
Waseda University
09 Feb 2012
In response to the unprecedented disaster that Eastern Japan faced on March 11, 2011, Waseda University established a disaster response headquarters immediately after the earthquake, and worked towards determining which students, alumni and teachers were affected as well as working on other urgent needs.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
09 Feb 2012
With the implementation of the four-year curriculum starting September 2012, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) will introduce a credit-bearing “service-learning” requirement in the curriculum. All undergraduate students are expected to apply the knowledge and skills acquired from their studies to serve the community.
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
09 Feb 2012
Klinik UNIMAS Sebayor, complete with state-of-the-art facilities, is now operational. Its primary aim is to provide quality, cost-effective and comprehensive primary care to outpatients living in and around Kota Samarahan, Malaysia
Nature Publishing Group
08 Feb 2012
Latest news from Nature 8 February 2012
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
08 Feb 2012
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) today (5 January) conferred the honorary title of University Fellowship upon six distinguished personalities to pay tribute to their significant contributions to the University and the community.
Waseda University
08 Feb 2012
A solemn dedication ceremony was held at Waseda University on October 24 marking the 25th year since the passing of Sugihara Chiune, a former Waseda alumnus who has famously been referred to as the “Oskar Schindler of Japan.”
Waseda University
08 Feb 2012
Megumi Suto, a Professor at Waseda University, delves into the relationship between the economy and society.
RIKEN
08 Feb 2012
A large-scale study analyzing metabolic compounds in rice grains conducted by researchers at the RIKEN Plant Science Center (PSC) and their collaborators has identified 131 rice metabolites and clarified the genetic and environmental factors that influence their production.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
07 Feb 2012
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and the Shenzhen Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Bureau (SZCIQ) have jointly set up a training base at the Bureau to nurture food safety talents for both Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland.
International Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics (MANA)
07 Feb 2012
The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) awarded Professor Hitoshi Isahara from Toyohashi University of Technology the "Award for Contribution to Invitation and Organization of an International Conference in 2011" for successful invitations to the 8th International Conference on Natural Language Processing, JapTAL 2012.
University of the Philippines Diliman
07 Feb 2012
University of the Philippines College of Law holds forum on the impeachment’s law and politics.
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
07 Feb 2012
the International Development Research Center invites applications for its 2011-2012 Small Grants for Innovative Research and Knowledge-Sharing.
University of the Philippines Diliman
07 Feb 2012
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPH) represented by its director general, Atty. Ricardo R. Blancaflor, signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with UP Diliman through Chancellor Caesar A. Saloma on February 1 for the creation of an Innovative and Technology Support Office (ITSO).
University of the Philippines Diliman
07 Feb 2012
Delegates from Dong-A University led by its president, Dr. Kyoo-Hyang Cho (fourth from left), paid a courtesy call to University of the Philippines Diliman Chancellor Dr. Caesar A. Saloma on February 1 at the Office of the Chancellor in Quezon Hall and discussed possible future collaborations between the two universities.
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
07 Feb 2012
MEA College has recognized the Dean of the Faculty of Creative and Artistic Technology (PUZZLE), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Assoc Prof A. Hj Abdul Razak Mohaideen through Film Award at the Convocation MEATECH 2011 on 24 December last, which was held at Dewan Sri SIANTAN 1, Complex, Precinct 3 in Putrajaya.