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Universiti Sains Malaysia
09 Aug 2010
PENANG, 4 Aug. – It was a beautiful and unforgettable moment when S. Ilangko, 45 and his beloved wife, J.Paramaswari, 45 walked up the stage to receive their PhD scrolls.
Universiti Sains Malaysia
09 Aug 2010
Despite the hardship of losing his right leg in an accident, Ng Yun Sin, 63, was determined to come from afar just to see his child graduate from Universiti Sains Malaysia.
Nature Publishing Group
08 Aug 2010
Boosting regeneration in the mouse spinal cord; Variants associated with tuberculosis; Metaling in Meiosis; Addicted to microRNA?; Biotin’s mystery solved; Making maps of oxygen in the brain
RIKEN
06 Aug 2010
Researchers at the RIKEN Center for Developmental Biology have unraveled the mystery of why human embryonic stem (ES) cells and induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells undergo programmed cell death (apoptosis) when cultured in isolation.
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RIKEN
06 Aug 2010
Many of Earth’s resources, from copper to more precious metals, are often taken for granted, but the only place to make more of these elements lies at the interior of stars.
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Nature Publishing Group
06 Aug 2010
Plant genome evolution requires reassessment with the discovery that parasitic plants can ‘steal’ nuclear genes from their hosts
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RIKEN
06 Aug 2010
Modifying a familiar class of dye molecules with optically active carbon rings creates new possibilities for light-based medical therapies
Waseda University
06 Aug 2010
Secretary-General of the United Nations Ban Ki-moon delivered a special speech entitled "Peace and Disarmament" on Aug. 4 at International Conference Center in Waseda University.
Nature Publishing Group
05 Aug 2010
Summaries of newsworthy papers include: When crocodiles ruled; Sharper images across a wider field; Sea sponge genome sheds light on animal evolution; New antibiotic caught in action; Negative refractive index without loss
Universiti Sains Malaysia
04 Aug 2010
THE FIFA World Cup 2010 final that saw Spain becoming the champion for the first time fires the imagination of the public as to what is possible when the playing field is level.
Universiti Sains Malaysia
04 Aug 2010
The issue of the possible abolishment of examinations will be the subject of round-table talks soon. This is indeed refreshing as the debate is long overdue. But we must first examine the context of the discussion.
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
04 Aug 2010
In 2002, a highly publicized survey by the Latinobarómetro polling firm found that 40% of Latin Americans identified employment as the region’s biggest problem — ahead of corruption, poverty, and violence.
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Universiti Sains Malaysia
04 Aug 2010
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) created history in the field of medicine when, for the very first time at the Asian level, it succeeded in producing three graduates specializing in the field of blood transfusion (Blood Bank).
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Universiti Sains Malaysia
04 Aug 2010
PULAU PINANG, 31 July: Malaysia can only achieve developed nation status in 2020 if the society succeeds in terms of intellectual development.
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Universiti Sains Malaysia
04 Aug 2010
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) today created history in championing human rights at international level when a USM student was selected to participate in the programme ‘Misi Konvoi Ramadhan Gaza, Palestine : Ramadhan March For Freedom’.
Nature Publishing Group
03 Aug 2010
Humans are still evolving and we’re beginning to understand how, suggests an article for Nature Reviews Genetics. From height to blood pressure, we continue to be shaped by selective forces, some of which are of our own making.
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International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
02 Aug 2010
Often, the best answers can be found right at home
RIKEN
02 Aug 2010
A genome-wide study on Japanese subjects has identified 5 new genetic variations associated with prostate cancer and revealed differences and similarities between Europeans and Asians in susceptibility to the disease.
Nature Publishing Group
01 Aug 2010
Summaries of newsworthy papers include: Potassium channel’s role in epilepsy; A molecular switch for blood vessels in tumours; Finer tools for cell mechanics; Short-lived pollutants; Single-molecule snapshot
RIKEN
30 Jul 2010
Claire Marrache-Kikuchi writes to Kimitoshi Kono at the Low Temperature Physics Laboratory, RIKEN Advanced Science Institute
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RIKEN
30 Jul 2010
Calculating the binding energy between hyperon particles contributes to understanding a new type of neutron star
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RIKEN
30 Jul 2010
By bolstering a sophisticated computational model with quantitative experimental data, researchers begin to decipher the workings of a complex signaling network
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RIKEN
30 Jul 2010
By bolstering a sophisticated computational model with quantitative experimental data, researchers begin to decipher the workings of a complex signaling network
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RIKEN
30 Jul 2010
Genetic data help scientists close in on the immunological malfunctions underlying a mysterious pediatric disorder
RIKEN
29 Jul 2010
Tokyo, 29 July - A team of researchers at the RIKEN Plant Science Center and the Institute of Cancer Research has uncovered details of a protein complex governing innate immune response in plants and animals, with applications in the development of disease-resistant crops and treatment of human diseases.
Nature Publishing Group
28 Jul 2010
Summaries of newsworthy papers include: Potassium channel’s role in epilepsy; Finer tools for cell mechanics; A molecular switch for blood vessels in tumours; Short-lived pollutants; Single-molecule snapshot
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Universiti Sains Malaysia
28 Jul 2010
SAWAHLUNTO, INDONESIA, 17 July: Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) through the School of Dental Sciences, USM, has once again taken the initiative to share its expertise in the area of treatment and surgery for cleft lips.
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Universiti Sains Malaysia
28 Jul 2010
Acting on the belief that institutions of learning must collaborate in developing higher eduation in the country, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) and Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) have co-organised the ‘Creativity, Innovation, Technology and Research in the Arts’ Exhibition or eCITRA 2010.
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Universiti Sains Malaysia
28 Jul 2010
PENANG, 19 July – The expertise of Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) academia will be utilized to help people with special neeeds (OKU) in the field of economics.
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Prince of Songkla University
28 Jul 2010
Mr. Pipat Soisook, a researcher at Bat Research Unit, Faculty of Science, Prince of Songkla University revealed that the research team of PSU Bat Research Unit had found a new species of Horseshoe Bat (Rhinolophus beddomei) in Phachi River Wildlife conservation area.