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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
08 Oct 2014
An optimized technique allows B cells to be transfected with extraneous DNA without the use of viruses
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
08 Oct 2014
Element-by-element tracking of laser processing reveals how metallic alloys reorganize during microscale laser melting processes
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
08 Oct 2014
A dry powder inhaler formulation provides excellent protection against pneumonia-causing bacteria
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
08 Oct 2014
Targeted nanoparticles that combine imaging with two different therapies could attack cancer and other conditions
Asia Research News
07 Oct 2014
New technique that identifies rare stem cells from bone marrow will give clinicians a fillip in stem-cell treatment of joint, bone and muscle repair.
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
06 Oct 2014
An annual report of Canada's International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is now available online
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
03 Oct 2014
Building on success of their previous collaboration, the two agencies will renew their research partnership for another three years with a focus on supporting projects in physical sciences
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
03 Oct 2014
Two papers in the Pertanika Journal of Tropical Agricultural Science investigates the effects of low water input, and high salt levels, on rice growth.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
02 Oct 2014
Singaporean politician Mr S Iswaran, Minister (Prime Minister’s Office), Second Minister for Home Affairs and Trade & Industry, visits local dry-cleaning and laundry specialist, Presto Drycleaners to witness how the company has adopted RFID technology to improve its processes and business operations.
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
02 Oct 2014
Canada’s International Development Research Centre and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) have announced $10 million in total to four Canadian and developing-country research teams.
Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (WPI-ITbM), Nagoya University
02 Oct 2014
Professor Shigehiro Yamaguchi, Vice Director of the Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (ITbM) Nagoya University, Japan, has received the Mukaiyama Award Year 2015.
University of Malaya
01 Oct 2014
University of Malaya (UM) and Pusat Sains Negara (National Science Center) jointly organized a “Meet the Scientist” session at Pusat Sains Negara on the 24 September 2014. The session featured a UM Academic Icon, Professor Dr George T.F. Wong, who spoke on “The Ocean in the Brave New World”.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
30 Sep 2014
A*STAR, Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and National Healthcare Group (NHG) sign Memorandum of Understanding at the Singapore Health and Biomedical Congress (SHBC) 2014
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
30 Sep 2014
The two organisations will jointly develop micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) for a myriad of industries
Waseda University
30 Sep 2014
An opinion piece by Professor Shin Matsuzono of Waseda University on the Scottish independence referendum that took place on 18 September 2014.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
30 Sep 2014
The 2014 "PolyU Micro Fund" award presentation ceremony was held on 29 September at Hotel ICON.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
30 Sep 2014
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) will confer Honorary Doctorates upon five prominent figures in recognition of their distinguished accomplishments and contributions at its 20th Congregation to be held on 25 October 2014.
Waseda University
24 Sep 2014
Opinion article by Assistant Professor Takeshi Hiroshige of Waseda University on issues surrounding the seawall construction plans proposed by the Japanese government.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
24 Sep 2014
An alternative fabrication route improves the properties of aluminum-based nanocomposites with great potential for vehicles of the future
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
24 Sep 2014
Researchers overcome noise problems in ultrasensitive measurements of tiny amounts of compounds
Asia Research News
23 Sep 2014
Premier technology-matching event catalyses technology and business collaborations.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
19 Sep 2014
Pact paves way for A*STAR’s technologies to be incorporated into the operations of one of the largest mining companies in the world.
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
19 Sep 2014
A research team in Malaysia has concluded that caged mussels are useful for monitoring heavy metal contamination in coastal waters in the Strait of Johore. Initial results indicate more pollution in the eastern part of the Johore Strait.
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
18 Sep 2014
The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is pleased to announce its collaboration with the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the Global Environmental and Occupational Health (GEOHealth) program. This call invites applications for parallel support from IDRC to GEOHealth Hub applicants.
University of Malaya
18 Sep 2014
The latest QS World University Rankings was released on 16th September 2014 which showed that Univesity of Malaya has moved up 16 positions from 167 in 2013 to 151 in 2014. This is the best UM has achieved since QS first published a ranking of the world’s universities.
University of Malaya
17 Sep 2014
A major success in developing new biomedical implants with the ability to accelerate bone healing has been reported by a group of scientists from the Department of Restorative Dentistry, University of Malaya. This stems from a project partly funded by HIR and also involves Mr. Alireza Yaghoubi, HIR Young Scientist.
The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus
17 Sep 2014
The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus (UNMC) launched the first working group amongst Malaysia’s higher education institutions which promotes gender equality recently.
Waseda University
17 Sep 2014
Opinion article by Associate Professor Tomu Otsuki of Waseda University on what needs to be done to support those with developmental disorders in the Japanese society.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
15 Sep 2014
A team from A*STAR’s Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences (ICES) and the National University Hospital (NUH) has discovered new ways to enhance the efficacy of drugs used to treat respiratory system infections and antibiotic-resistant superbugs.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
11 Sep 2014
This breakthrough in quantum information processing was achieved using state-of-the-art diamond growth technology.