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Nature Publishing Group
15 Apr 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers include Parasitology: New coats for old, Physics: Electrons go ballistic and Materials: Nanoribbons produced in abundance
Nature Publishing Group
15 Apr 2009
In Nature China this week - Researchers in China have uncovered the underlying mechanisms of morphine tolerance
University of the Philippines Los Baños
15 Apr 2009
Food technologists at the University of the Philippines Los Baños have identified local squash varieties that may be used for food processing.
University of the Philippines Los Baños
13 Apr 2009
The extract from kasoy shell, a recent study revealed, can be potentially used against termites. This is according to findings made by a multi-disciplinary research team from the Institute of Chemistry-CAS and Department of Forest Products and Paper Science-CFNR at the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB).
Nature Publishing Group
12 Apr 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers include Nanotechnology: Brushes make a difference, Geoscience: Long-term mussel survival in acidic waters and Methods: Assembling large DNA molecules in a test tube
RIKEN
10 Apr 2009
Comparing aluminate and zincate compounds has revealed their versatility, which provides new tools for chemists
RIKEN
10 Apr 2009
A detailed structural analysis reveals new insights into the operating mechanism of a protein pore
RIKEN
10 Apr 2009
A first-of-a-kind switch in chemical bonding by a zirconium atom spotted by scientists
RIKEN
10 Apr 2009
Supercomputers allow researchers to calculate symmetry violations in the strong interaction that holds atoms together
RIKEN
10 Apr 2009
The research at the facility will be useful in developing electronic devices that utilize molecular fluctuation and instability. It is also expected to produce new functional materials and information-processing technologies.
Nature Publishing Group
08 Apr 2009
In Nature China this week - A cleverly designed peptide has been fabricated for therapeutic applications such as drug release, tissue repair and regenerative medicine
Nature Publishing Group
08 Apr 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers include Cancer genomics hits its stride, Did nickel shortage trigger global oxygen rise?, Antimalarial combats drug resistance, The shape of catalysts to come and Submillimetre galaxies accounted for
Tokyo University of Science
08 Apr 2009
“Asymmetric Autocatalysis Triggered by Carbon Isotope Chirality,” was published in the digital version of the American science journal Science (Science Express), on March 26.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
07 Apr 2009
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University has achieved further breakthrough in developing cancer drugs. The innovation has recently been awarded at the 37th International Exhibition of Inventions, New Techniques and Products of Geneva.
University of the Philippines Los Baños
07 Apr 2009
To help protect and conserve the country’s rich floral heritage, a project led by Dr. Nestor Altoveros of UP Los Baños has embarked on the collection and re-introduction of indigenous orchids in selected protected areas in the Philippines.
University of the Philippines Los Baños
07 Apr 2009
At UPLB, Dr. Nimfa D. Montes of the Department of Agribusiness Management - College of Economics and Management recently reported that the application of technology related to endoparasite control resulted in significant reduction in death of goat kids, from 70% to 5%.
Nature Publishing Group
06 Apr 2009
Genetic regulators of radiation response identified, Lightning as a harbinger of hurricane winds, Controversial Crohn’s disease risk factor clarified, Sequencing a single cell, Pores for complexity, Neuronal cue to never dining alone, Catalysts use the force, Yeast are stuck in a snowdrift and How scratching relieves itch
Universiti Sains Malaysia
06 Apr 2009
KUALA LUMPUR, 2 Apr.- Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) joined the list of recipients of the prestigious BrandLaureate Award 2008/2009 at a ceremony held at the Shangri-la Hotel here recently.
RIKEN
03 Apr 2009
Cellular proteins assist plant cells to ensure their offspring inherit the capacity to support themselves
RIKEN
03 Apr 2009
The controlled rearrangement of surface-adsorbed molecules can be achieved by careful application of an electric field between a scanning tunneling microscope tip and a surface
RIKEN
03 Apr 2009
Controlled collisions of molecules allow RIKEN scientists to visualize dual microscopic chemical reaction pathways
RIKEN
03 Apr 2009
A genomic study reveals important details about how microbes dwelling in the termite gut help their insect hosts to wreak havoc
RIKEN
03 Apr 2009
Inhibiting GSK-3β, a molecule that causes Alzheimer disease pathology, may also create memory problems
University of the Philippines Los Baños
03 Apr 2009
UP Los Baños is currently employing biotechnology to produce clinically-important compounds from an erstwhile common garden plant – the Vinca. According to Dr. Eufrocinio Marfori of BIOTECH based at UP Los Baños, his team is looking for more natural products which can be derived from the Vinca.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
02 Apr 2009
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has recently received research funding totaling more than $9 million from the Research Grants Council (RGC), the Innovation and Technology Fund (ITF) and industry partners to advance the study of nanostructured materials on both theoretical and technological application sides.
University of the Philippines Los Baños
02 Apr 2009
Multi-awarded computer scientist Prof. Jaderick Pabico of the University of the Philippines Los Baños has developed a computational model that can operate a cheap computer-based system to grade agricultural produce such as tomatoes and eggs.
IPS Asia Pacific
02 Apr 2009
IPS Asia-Pacific is looking for an editor to oversee editorial production for the region. Duty station: Bangkok, Thailand
Universiti Sains Malaysia
01 Apr 2009
Prof. Asma discovered the antigen for Salmonella Typhi and developed a diagnostic kit for typhoid fever which has been commercialised in more than 18 countries, Prof. Halimaton initiated the study "zeolite and nanostructures" and Dr Salmah is active in efforts to overcome the impacts of floods and pollution as a result of uncontrolled development.
Universiti Sains Malaysia
01 Apr 2009
GEORGE TOWN – Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) won the first prize at the Prestige 2009 Programme for its case study on the challenges in building a power station.
Nature Publishing Group
01 Apr 2009
Summaries of newsworthy papers include Possible signature of dark matter detected, Melting mantle plumes and island formation and All in a spin