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Asia Research News
08 Dec 2017
As Russia’s revolution celebrates its centenary, Dr Kalim Siddiqui draws comparisons with India’s push for independence.
Marshmallow-like silicone gels successfully used as insulation in containers for cryopreserved embryos
Tohoku University
07 Dec 2017
As the genetic modification of mice is increasingly used in medical and biological research.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
06 Dec 2017
Food Safety and Technology Research Centre of the Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, PolyU recently found that bacteria that carry the colistin resistance gene mcr-1 commonly exist in human and various types of food and environmental samples collected from Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland.
Controlling spin for memory storage
Tohoku University
06 Dec 2017
Using computer simulations, researchers are learning how lasers might be used to switch how electrons spin within magnetic materials, making room for faster magnetic memory devices.
Non-inflammatory bullous pemphigoid (BP) seen in the type 2 diabetes patient who are administered with DPP-4 inhibitor.
Hokkaido University
06 Dec 2017
Researchers have identified a type of human leukocyte antigen (HLA) that is associated with the skin disease bullous pemphigoid (BP) in diabetic patients administered with DPP-4 inhibitory drugs.
Robots to the Rescue: ImPACT Tough Robotics Challenge Autumn 2017
Tohoku University
05 Dec 2017
The latest ImPACT Tough Robotics Challenge public demonstration featured practical applications, with fire fighters taking part and more integrated robots capable of complex tasks.
A fast reactor system to shorten the lifetime of long-lived fission products
Tohoku University
05 Dec 2017
Researchers in Japan have proposed a more efficient method to reduce radioactive waste.
Soil in all shapes and sizes
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
04 Dec 2017
A new soil classification, and tools to implement it, helps understanding of the properties of the ground underpinning geo-engineering projects.
Transparent thin-film transistor graphic
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
04 Dec 2017
Large-area, two-dimensional semiconductors wired through transparent oxide conductors produce high-performance see-through electronics.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
04 Dec 2017
Optimized processing improves the mechanical strength and workability of magnesium alloy as a lighter alternative to aluminum alloy.
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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
04 Dec 2017
Thin films of a lead-free piezoelectric finally match the performance of the lead-bearing standard.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
04 Dec 2017
A theoretical model will allow systematic study of a promising class of peculiar quantum states.
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Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
01 Dec 2017
A research team in Korea has developed titanium dioxide-based photocatalyst with the highest efficiency in the world that converts carbon dioxide into methane. The result is expected to be applied to technologies to reduce and reuse carbon dioxide.
Expected number of pneumonic plague cases travelling from Madagascar between August 1 and October 17.
Hokkaido University
30 Nov 2017
Mathematical models have proven the risk of the on-going pneumonic plague epidemic in Madagascar spreading elsewhere in the world is limited, with the estimated number of exported cases staying below 0.1 person in each country between August 1 and October 17.
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Qatar University
29 Nov 2017
A research team from the Gas Processing Center (GPC) at Qatar University College of Engineering (QU-CENG) synthesized new nanocatalysts and improved existing ones via modern preparation techniques.
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Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
29 Nov 2017
A research team of Energy Science and Engineering at Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology (DGIST), South Korea, has unveiled a new high-performance photodiode that reduces thickness to one-sixth of conventional silicon photodiodes.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
29 Nov 2017
A group of students, affiliated with South Korea's Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) has won the first place at 2017 Future Mobility Idea Competition, hosted by Hyundai Motor Group.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
29 Nov 2017
South Korea's Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) has recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of UNISPARK, the on-campus innovation hub for student entrepreneurs on Nov. 17, 2017.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
29 Nov 2017
Three researchers, affiliated with South Korea's Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) ranked in the top 1% in their felds globally.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
29 Nov 2017
Sam H. Noh, Professor and Dean of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), has been honored as a Distinguished Member of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM).
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Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
29 Nov 2017
A team of Korean researchers, affiliated with South Korea's Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), has presented a new synthetic protocol to produce three-dimensional porous organic materials in the blink of an eye, like firing bullets.
University of Malaya
University of Malaya
28 Nov 2017
The Malaysian Concrete Canoe Competition (MCCC) 2017 was held on 25th and 26th November. The event aims at creating opportunity for civil engineering students to gain hands-on experience in innovative concrete mix designs. During the event, the longest concrete canoe was built and has been registered in the Malaysia Book of Record.
Igniting future fuel research
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
27 Nov 2017
Simple two-component mixtures are good surrogates for studying the ignition properties of next-generation gasolines.
Rosette CTD for Red Sea sampling
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
27 Nov 2017
Turbulence and nutrient availability drive changes in Red Sea microbes.
Tiny speakers break a barrier for sound
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
27 Nov 2017
A loudspeaker design could allow small devices to produce powerful low-frequency sounds.
Examples of 3D CG models used in the study. (Kawahara J. and Osugi T., Perception, September 24, 2017)
Hokkaido University
27 Nov 2017
The act of nodding positively affects the subjective likability of people by about 30 percent and their approachability by 40 percent, according to a study conducted by researchers from Hokkaido University and Yamagata University in Japan.
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Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Nov 2017
A research team from Korea succeeded to develop a technology to produce environmentally friendly water-borne semiconductor inks using surfactant. The result is expected to be applied to various electronic devices with a semiconductor surface control technique.
Young Masu salmon, the host of Margaritifera laevis. The circled inset shows the gill of a Masu salmon infected with parasites. The white dots are larvae of the freshwater mussel.
Hokkaido University
22 Nov 2017
Large, physically strong Masu salmon disperse farther when infected with parasites, potentially escaping from further infections at the contaminated site but ironically resulting in the greater expansion of the parasite, according to Hokkaido University researchers.
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22 Nov 2017
Ten visionaries from Singapore, Australia and Taiwan honoured
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
21 Nov 2017
The Pertanika Journal of Science and Technology has now been included in the Web of Science's Emerging Sources Citation Index, a leading online resource tracking the impact of scientific journals and research worldwide.