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Lingnan University
25 Jan 2026
On 11 January 2026, Lingnan University’s Department of Psychology and the Wu Jieh Yee School of Interdisciplinary Studies, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Society of Sport & Exercise Psychology (HKSSEP), hosted a seminar titled "The Importance of Sports and Exercise Psychology in Modern Tertiary Education".
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK)
22 Jan 2026
A research team from City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) recently collaborated with an international research team to publish a study revealing a correlation between global contamination of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in globally consumed edible marine fish and associated human health risks.
Tohoku University
22 Jan 2026
What if that traffic associated with the daily commute could be put towards computing? It may sound like a stretch, but that is what researchers from Tohoku University have recently proposed, developing a new artificial intelligence framework that harnesses road traffic as a computing resource. The framework would lessen AI’s reliance on power-hungry hardware, making it more sustainable.
22 Jan 2026
Hand-stencil motifs found in caves in Sulawesi, Indonesia, dating to at least 67,800 years ago, may be the oldest rock art discovered, according to a study published in Nature.
Osaka Metropolitan University
22 Jan 2026
Initially stacked benzene layers increase fluorescent color change drastically when exposed to pressure, suggesting new ways to design the pressure sensors used in machinery and medical devices
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
22 Jan 2026
- Calls on DGIST to serve as a key driver in fostering the AI ecosystem as a national future strategy
- Founding Chair of the DGIST Development Foundation Choong Kon Lee demonstrates exceptional commitment to nurturing talent
Tohoku University
21 Jan 2026
Macrolide antibiotics like azithromycin rely on a complex ring structure that’s powerful but notoriously hard to control. Researchers have uncovered how bacterial enzymes shape this ring during the biosynthesis of the antibiotic pikromycin, revealing new ways to fine-tune macrolide structures. Their findings could open the door to designing improved antibiotics through smarter biosynthetic engineering.
Tohoku University
21 Jan 2026
When aluminum alloys get exposed to sodium chloride solutions, it causes a process known as pitting corrosion. Since aluminum alloys are widely used in transportation equipment, scientists are constantly looking for ways to improve the means of monitoring corrosion. Now, researchers from Tohoku University have developed a new technique to do so.
Hokkaido University
21 Jan 2026
Yasuhiro Iba and his colleagues use complex imaging systems to reveal the secrets of Earth’s ancient creatures.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
21 Jan 2026
A simple tablet could change the way deadly breathing disorders are treated, with no need for electricity, machines, or gas tanks.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
21 Jan 2026
DGIST is creating AI that can physically collaborate with people, truly personalised healthcare, and quantum sensors which will perceive the world in entirely new ways.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
21 Jan 2026
The largest ever reported database of dielectric material properties could speed up development of electronics like smartphones and energy storage systems.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
21 Jan 2026
A glowing test strip offers real-time protection against formaldehyde exposure in homes, workplaces, and labs.
21 Jan 2026
Science communication in Asia is entering a new chapter, built on listening, adapting, and co-creating with diverse communities.
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
21 Jan 2026
Myanmar’s digital ecosystem has been a lifeline for many, from education to community and humanitarian support, bringing a sense of stability in the midst of chaos. Alas, it is also a tool for repression, crime, and abuse. IDRC’s Knowledge for Democracy Myanmar has supported researchers looking into these complex issues.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
21 Jan 2026
Understanding the interaction between hydrogen, metal, and the environment can help avoid metal fatigue cracks.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
21 Jan 2026
Researchers have developed a machine learning approach to predict the mechanical behaviour of new alloys, offering potential savings in both costs and experiment time.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
21 Jan 2026
Understanding how tree-like structures that form in thin films could be the key to next-generation materials for beyond-5G communications technologies.
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK)
21 Jan 2026
Scientists from City University of Hong Kong and collaborators from more than 20 countries are taking FIRST steps towards safeguarding communities most affected by climate change.
Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe (Kavli IPMU)
21 Jan 2026
Hiraku Nakajima, a mathematician and current President of the International Mathematical Union, talks about how mathematics has been developing quietly before society’s eyes, and where he wants it to go in the future.
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK)
21 Jan 2026
Scientists from CityUHK have recently achieved a major breakthrough in the field of photovoltaic technology, successfully developing highly efficient and durable perovskite solar cells (PSCs) suitable for outdoor environments. It is expected to contribute to the wider adoption of solar power and advance global carbon neutrality goals.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
21 Jan 2026
By identifying the ideal manufacturing conditions, machine learning reduces the need for expensive and time-consuming experimentation.
Lingnan University
21 Jan 2026
Prof Li Liangliang, Associate Professor of the Wu Jieh Yee School of Interdisciplinary Studies (WJYSIS) at Lingnan University, has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the research and development of new materials chemistry. This honour highlights WJYSIS’s academic influence and value in promoting sustainable development through interdisciplinary innovation and real-world impact.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
21 Jan 2026
A fast and efficient tool could change the way researchers collect tiny therapeutic packages from cell cultures, offering a low-cost approach that avoids lengthy processing and complex procedures.
Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
21 Jan 2026
Innovative approaches in cancer screening, drug development, and radioactive hazard protection are accelerating healthcare solutions.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
21 Jan 2026
Researchers use high-brilliance synchrotron radiation to identify the most optimum composition with the highest half-metallic nature.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
21 Jan 2026
Mixing two or three liquids can achieve the right combination of functions for soft electronics.
20 Jan 2026
From icy seas to humid forests, research collaborations between the United Kingdom and Malaysia are helping to advance our understanding of diseases, develop vaccines and antibiotics, preserve precious habitats and address the challenge of plastic waste.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
20 Jan 2026
A new material provides high-performance conversion of heat into electricity, offering a way to make electronic devices more efficient.
Asia Research News
20 Jan 2026
Press releases on our Newsroom reach journalists in Asia, science journalists globally, and the public. Here are selected ones that are featured in Asia Research News 2026 magazine.