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The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
20 Nov 2013
Specially designed nanostructured materials can increase the light-absorbing efficiency of solar cells
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
20 Nov 2013
A recently isolated bacterial strain converts waste from palm oil production into industrially useful lactic acid
Asia Research News
20 Nov 2013
New York/Manila, 18 Nov 2013—As the international community continues to transport and distribute aid to the victims of typhoon Haiyan under extremely challenging circumstances, the UNDP has pledged US$5 million to help kick start the removal of some of the millions of tonnes of debris left over from the storm.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
18 Nov 2013
A recently completed study by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University on school children found the air pollution level along the travelling routes from home to schools and particulate levels outside school both at a very high level, and most of the school children have lung function weaker than the predicted levels
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
18 Nov 2013
Singapore, 19 Nov: Singapore’s SIMTech, a research institute of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), and the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland inked a MoU to promote R&D in technology innovation and new capabilities development for the Factories of the Future.
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS)
18 Nov 2013
The Statement highlights the role that antimicrobial drugs play in today’s medical practices, as well as recent increases in the number of pathogens developing resistance to these drugs. To reduce the current major public health problem of antimicrobial resistance and avert a much worse crisis, IAP & IAMP propose a series of 10 recommendations.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
14 Nov 2013
Backed by strong support from the government and industry, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has garnered more momentum for the advancement of aviation services research in Hong Kong through its partnership with industry leader Boeing.
University of Toronto
14 Nov 2013
There are many stories of medicine and supplies not getting to those who need them, of bodies lying on the street days later. Why is it so difficult to deliver aid in this situation? Dr. Brian Schwartz of Emergency Preparedness for Public Health Ontario and professor at the University of Toronto's Dalla Lana School of Public Health explains
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
14 Nov 2013
Another innovative idea from the UNIST ‘Project M’ team was awarded the Gold Prize in the 2014 KEPCO Electricity Technology Idea Contest. This is an idea about developing a smartphone application that monitors the usage of household electricity and helps to save it.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
14 Nov 2013
On 12th November 2013, A*STAR officially launched the Technology Adoption Programme (TAP), its latest initiative to provide SMEs with greater accessibility to practical and affordable technology solutions to boost productivity
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
14 Nov 2013
On 12th of November, Singapore’s Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and its industry partners have clinched one of the region’s most prestigious engineering honours, the ASEAN Outstanding Engineering Achievement Awards.
Asia Research News
14 Nov 2013
”If Malaysia is to join the top flight of international financial centres, it must leverage its status as an established Islamic finance hub. And it must address the challenges associated with the supply of high quality human capital.” - Opinion article from Prof. Christine Ennew
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
13 Nov 2013
NIMS researchers elucidated the relationship between the photocurrent and the peculiar changes in the absorption structure occurring in the vicinity of the molecular-electrode interface in dye-sensitized solar cells
University of the Philippines Diliman
12 Nov 2013
A method for the production of oral vaccine for fish has won the National Prize of the 2013 Ambassador Alfredo M. Yao Intellectual Property Awards (A.M.Y. IP Awards).
University of the Philippines Diliman
12 Nov 2013
Dr. Marco Nemesio E. Montaño, a professor at the UP-MSI, was recognized for his extensive work on seaweed and sea grass utilization, which has benefited not only the scientific community but also the seaweed industry.
University of the Philippines Jorge B. Vargas Museum & Filipiniana Research Center
11 Nov 2013
The UP Vargas Museum opens Life’s Arcade: QUIAPO, a photography exhibit by Rick Rocamora on November 12, Tuesday, 4PM at the 3F galleries of the museum.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
08 Nov 2013
In a paper published in the Science and Technology of Advanced Materials, Bhadeshia introduces the world’s first bulk nanostructured metal in commercial production.
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
07 Nov 2013
The recent rapid development of wireless communication systems has created a strong need for the development of new antenna structures. The research described in this project introduces the concept of reconfigurable antennas with switching beam control, operable at 5.8 GHz.
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
06 Nov 2013
Arrays of nanoscale pillars made to reflect light of a selected color could find application as optical filters in digital cameras
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
06 Nov 2013
When designed to process sound based on familiar patterns, sound recognition by computers becomes more robust
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
06 Nov 2013
A new technique that combines optical plates to manipulate laser light improves the quality of holograms
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
01 Nov 2013
Nanotechnology may provide new strategies for regenerative medicine, including better tools to improve or restore damaged tissues, according to a review paper by Taiwanese researchers
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
01 Nov 2013
UNIST signed an MOU for setting up a joint technology holding company, with three science and technology specialized universities: KAIST, GIST, and DGIST, on 28 Oct, 2013.
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
30 Oct 2013
The results may elucidate the process at solid/liquid interfaces of energy devices like rechargeable batteries and fuel cells. It will also contribute to the development and performance of cell electrodes and catalyst materials.
Waseda University
29 Oct 2013
The Tale of the Heike was reinvented as a national epic at the end of the Meiji period to gratify national pride. Opinion article by Prof. Yuichi Otsu of Waseda University.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
29 Oct 2013
The Korean undergraduate student team, ‘Project M’ from Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology, proposed to make a smart phone application, which helps the visually impaired to navigate and find their way without delay by an instant and intuitive sound system.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
28 Oct 2013
Researchers of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University have recently conducted a study on 15 brands of coloured contact lenses available from various sources. Results showed that most of these cosmetic contact lenses have surface coloured pigments which can easily come off when using a standardised lab-based rub-off test.
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
28 Oct 2013
A UNIST undergrad, Minju Park, and her research team found a new way to synthesize highly efficient electrocatalysts based on heteroatom-doped graphene nanosheets.
International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED)
24 Oct 2013
Three reports published today provide policymakers with concrete proposals to reduce the diverse threats that climate change poses to different communities in urban areas of Vietnam.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
23 Oct 2013
Researchers at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University are making efforts to forge ahead with the scientific studies of traditional Chinese medicine and put the result to good use. They have recently published the new book Authentication of Valuable Chinese Materia Medica