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RIKEN
30 Jul 2010
Calculating the binding energy between hyperon particles contributes to understanding a new type of neutron star
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RIKEN
30 Jul 2010
By bolstering a sophisticated computational model with quantitative experimental data, researchers begin to decipher the workings of a complex signaling network
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RIKEN
30 Jul 2010
By bolstering a sophisticated computational model with quantitative experimental data, researchers begin to decipher the workings of a complex signaling network
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RIKEN
30 Jul 2010
Genetic data help scientists close in on the immunological malfunctions underlying a mysterious pediatric disorder
RIKEN
29 Jul 2010
Tokyo, 29 July - A team of researchers at the RIKEN Plant Science Center and the Institute of Cancer Research has uncovered details of a protein complex governing innate immune response in plants and animals, with applications in the development of disease-resistant crops and treatment of human diseases.
Nature Publishing Group
28 Jul 2010
Summaries of newsworthy papers include: Potassium channel’s role in epilepsy; Finer tools for cell mechanics; A molecular switch for blood vessels in tumours; Short-lived pollutants; Single-molecule snapshot
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Universiti Sains Malaysia
28 Jul 2010
SAWAHLUNTO, INDONESIA, 17 July: Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) through the School of Dental Sciences, USM, has once again taken the initiative to share its expertise in the area of treatment and surgery for cleft lips.
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Universiti Sains Malaysia
28 Jul 2010
Acting on the belief that institutions of learning must collaborate in developing higher eduation in the country, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) and Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) have co-organised the ‘Creativity, Innovation, Technology and Research in the Arts’ Exhibition or eCITRA 2010.
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Universiti Sains Malaysia
28 Jul 2010
PENANG, 19 July – The expertise of Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) academia will be utilized to help people with special neeeds (OKU) in the field of economics.
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Prince of Songkla University
28 Jul 2010
Mr. Pipat Soisook, a researcher at Bat Research Unit, Faculty of Science, Prince of Songkla University revealed that the research team of PSU Bat Research Unit had found a new species of Horseshoe Bat (Rhinolophus beddomei) in Phachi River Wildlife conservation area.
Nature Publishing Group
25 Jul 2010
Summaries of newsworthy papers include: New treatment for inborn error of metabolism; Atmosphere–biosphere feedbacks; Black carbon plumes; PEGging glycans; Determinants of cellular age
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RIKEN
23 Jul 2010
Unusual properties predicted in superconducting thin films could deliver perfect lenses and other novel applications
RIKEN
23 Jul 2010
Surface-selective fluorescent labeling enables cell tracking in the body while preserving initial cell function
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RIKEN
23 Jul 2010
Inward flow of membrane material is critical for repulsive growth cone turning
Nature Publishing Group
21 Jul 2010
Summaries of newsworthy papers include: A new view of the high-redshift Universe; A lunar mineral rich in volatile elements; Look to the lakes; Making something of graphene nanoribbons; A new route to nanocrystal superlattices; Marmot baby boom linked to climate change
Nature Publishing Group
21 Jul 2010
Summaries of newsworthy papers include:The Hacker in Your Hardware; Catastrophic Thinking; Threatening Ocean Life
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Asia Research News
21 Jul 2010
The Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM) is a body set up with a mission that encompasses pursuit, encouragement and enhancement of excellence in the fields of science, engineering and technology for the development of the nation and the benefit of mankind.
Nature Publishing Group
20 Jul 2010
Music training may bring about biological changes in the brain that could enhance music processing and even transfer to other domains.
Nature Publishing Group
20 Jul 2010
The question as to whether induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells retain a memory of their tissue of origin is addressed in two papers published online this week.
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RIKEN
20 Jul 2010
Tokyo, 20 July - Scientists at Stanford University and RIKEN have revealed new clues on the microscopic processes by which resistance in certain materials is dramatically altered by the presence of magnetic fields.
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Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
19 Jul 2010
PENANG, 13 July – Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) through the School of Distance Education (PPPJJ) launched another centre of excellence, known as mobilelearning@usm here recently.
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Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
19 Jul 2010
PENANG, 9 July – Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) with the collaboration of the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and the Centre for Knowledge, Communication and Technology, Engineering Campus contributed almost 110 used computers to several selected schools under the Lestari Siswa Project introduced by USM.
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
19 Jul 2010
Ottawa, Canada, July 12, 2010 – The Think Tank Initiative has selected 28 think tanks, or independent policy research institutions, in Latin America and South Asia to receive a total of US$35 million to strengthen their roles as influential players in national policymaking.
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International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
19 Jul 2010
Peru's Minister of Finance and the Economy implements the policy advice she once gave to politicians.
Universiti Sains Malaysia
19 Jul 2010
Professor Tan Sri Dato' Dzulkifli Abd Razak The writer is the Vice-Chancellor of Universiti Sains Malaysia. He can be contacted at [email protected] This article was published in the 'New Sunday Times' on 4th July 2010
Universiti Sains Malaysia
19 Jul 2010
Professor Tan Sri Dato' Dzulkifli Abd Razak The writer is the Vice-Chancellor of Universiti Sains Malaysia. He can be contacted at [email protected] This article was published in the 'New Sunday Times' on 28th June 2010
Universiti Sains Malaysia
19 Jul 2010
Professor Tan Sri Dato' Dzulkifli Abd Razak The writer is the Vice-Chancellor of Universiti Sains Malaysia. He can be contacted at [email protected] This article was published in 'The Edge Malaysia on 21st June 2010
Nature Publishing Group
19 Jul 2010
Summaries of newsworthy papers include: Skin patch delivers influenza vaccination; Lumiracoxib-related liver injury; Pathway linked to leukaemia progression; Uneven climate modification; Tracking oncology diversity; Following the expression of a single human gene
RIKEN
16 Jul 2010
Poshak Gandhi writes to Kazuo Makishima, group leader of the Coordinated Space Observation and Experiment Research Group at the RIKEN Advanced Science Institute
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RIKEN
16 Jul 2010
Vascular development in plants is controlled by a newly identified gene regulator that can block the formation of water-transporting vessels