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Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe (Kavli IPMU)
25 Jan 2016
For the first time, an international team of researchers has found that the connection between a galaxy cluster and surrounding dark matter is not characterized solely by the mass of clusters, but also by their formation history.
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Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
25 Jan 2016
Prof. Woonggyu Jung of the School of Life Sciences of Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology, Korea, in conjunction with Adic Co., Ltd. has recently developed a new diagnostic system that will reduce the costs of high-level healthcare.
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS)
22 Jan 2016
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) – for the advancement of science in developing countries, is seeking nominations the TWAS 2016 Prizes. Closing date for nominations: 29 February 2016
Figure 1 - Plot of KBr/S vs. KS0 where SM, WM, and VS represent spherical micelles, wormlike micelles and vesicles, respectively
University of Malaya
22 Jan 2016
The effects of moderately hydrophobic counter ions (X) on cationic micellar growth have been studied extensively because of its various industrial applications. We have developed a chemical method to quantify X affinity to ionic micelles, and X-induced and temperature-induced micellar growth (spherical-to-wormlike micelles-to-vesicles).
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Asia Research News
22 Jan 2016
Collaboration to build more high skilled talent in Greater Kuala Lumpur
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
22 Jan 2016
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University held the Asian Knowledge Forum cum Award Presentation Ceremony of the Most Admired Knowledge Enterprise Award 2015.
Figure 1 - In-house developed potentiometry reader for multi-ions detection
University of Malaya
22 Jan 2016
Multiple sensing cells built from non-selective sensing membrane can be adopted to produce sensor signals that can be fed as variables into a multivariate analytical algorithms.
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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
21 Jan 2016
A simple artificial material can influence the properties of visible light.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
21 Jan 2016
Frequency conversion of light on a tiny scale is now possible thanks to a gold nanostructure containing miniscule gaps.
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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
21 Jan 2016
Bio-inspired algorithms enable a pattern of thousands of nanoscale holes into metal films for high-tech optical security.
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21 Jan 2016
The 9th annual Biopharma Asia Convention 2016 brings together C-level attendees from pharmas, biotecs and service providers to learn and discuss market trends and biologic development strategies.
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Asia Research News
20 Jan 2016
Nurses’ workload reduced with the use of this low-cost sensor, while increasing their productivity by 30%; also significantly decreasing the complications of drug infusion via IV therapy
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Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
20 Jan 2016
Securing fundamental technology for the next generation catalysts.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
19 Jan 2016
Dr. Sun Sumei is the first Singaporean female to be conferred IEEE Fellowship and is recognised for achievements in Advanced Wireless Communications Systems.
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Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)
19 Jan 2016
KAIST researchers developed a wall-climbing scout drone to fight fires in high-rises, finding the source of the fires and locating people trapped inside.
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
18 Jan 2016
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University successfully held the Good Seed 2016 Kick-off Ceremony cum 2015 Award Presentation Ceremony, in which 10 outstanding social innovation projects were granted.
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Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Centre for Collaborative Innovation (CCI)-UKM
18 Jan 2016
SEPANG, SELANGOR, 13 Jan 2016 – Two scientists from The National University of Malaysia are on their way to the Antarctic for a 22-day expedition to study the link between Climate Change and the South Pole.
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Tohoku University
18 Jan 2016
Researchers at Tohoku University's School of Medicine, Japan, have found an explanation for the correlation between eating fish during pregnancy, and the health of the baby's brain.
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Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
18 Jan 2016
A research officer at University Malaysia Sarawak was recently awarded the Stephen Leatherwood Award at the 21st Marine Mammalogy Convention in San Francisco.
Singapore Management University
18 Jan 2016
The National Research Foundation (NRF) in Singapore, the United Kingdom (UK) Cabinet Office and the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), jointly announced the launch of the Singapore-UK Joint Research in Cybersecurity to foster closer collaboration in cybersecurity research between the researchers of both countries.
Singapore Management University
18 Jan 2016
Singapore's Ministry of Education Academies Fund (MAF) aims to fund development and research projects that contribute to the enhancement of pedagogical practices or the professional development of teachers.
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18 Jan 2016
The signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will be held on January 20, 2016 at 3.30 pm at the Court Room, University of Malaya.
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University of Malaya
14 Jan 2016
Professor Dr. Thong Kwai Lin (Institute of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science) was presented the prestigious Malaysian Society Microbiology (MSM) 2015 Award during the International Congress of MSM (ICMSM2015) held in Bayview Beach Hotel, Pulau Pinang from 7th-10th December 2015.
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National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
13 Jan 2016
A joint research team in Japan has developed a “single-seed cast method,” a new casting method making it possible to grow high-quality mono silicon at low cost. New casting method may facilitate the return of a market-competitive solar cell industry.
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National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
13 Jan 2016
The Study May Contribute to the Development of High-Performance Functional Materials in Information & Communication and Electronics.
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National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
13 Jan 2016
Research groups in Japan and the U.S. jointly developed a double-layered nanowire, consisting of a germanium core and a silicon shell, which is a promising material for high-speed transistor channels. This is a significant step toward the realization of three-dimensional transistors capable of high integration faster than conventional transistors.
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Tohoku University
13 Jan 2016
Chemical interconnection bridges electronic properties of graphene-nanoribbons with zigzag-edge features.
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Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Centre for Collaborative Innovation (CCI)-UKM
13 Jan 2016
Contrary to popular belief, you shouldn’t clean your ears with cotton swabs, as this could lead to hearing loss, damage or worst, according to a researcher at The National University of Malaysia.
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University of Malaya
13 Jan 2016
Malaysian scientists are joining forces with Harvard University in a bid to revolutionise treatment of lung diseases by the delivery of nanomedicine deep into areas otherwise impossible to reach.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
13 Jan 2016
The two-day International Conference on Service Leadership Education in Service Economies was held on 6th and 7th January.