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National Taiwan University
20 Aug 2025
Researchers report a Cu-based catalyst on graphitic carbon nitride with tunable atomic configurations, revealing that intercalated Cu dual-atom selectively drives CO2 reduction to methane with 88% efficiency while single-atom and nanoparticle catalysts favor hydrogen evolution.
National Taiwan University
19 Aug 2025
Taiwanese research team provides important new evidence on diabetes medications' respiratory outcomes, with implications for patients with dual chronic conditions.
Lingnan University
19 Aug 2025
On 19 August, World Humanitarian Day, Lingnan University announced the signing of an Agreement of Cooperation with the United Nations University (UNU) to establish the UNU Hub on Humanitarian Innovation and Technology at Lingnan University (UNU Hub at Lingnan University), making it the first higher education institution in Asia to set up a UNU Hub. The Hub is scheduled to open officially in October 2025 and will have an annual operating budget of over HK$8 million.
The University of Osaka
19 Aug 2025
Researchers from The University of Osaka used electricity to drive a reaction to form a novel hetero[8]circulene consisting of five hexagons and three pentagons (called a dioxaza[8]circulene). The dioxaza[8]circulene is unsymmetrical, unlike existing hetero[8]circulenes. The novel molecule can be produced from commercially available materials by a two-step method that simultaneously forms six new bonds with only water as a byproduct.
Ehime University
18 Aug 2025
The subducted oceanic crusts are regarded as the major source of lower-mantle heterogeneity. However, the limited knowledge about the physical properties of major components in the subducted oceanic crusts prevents us from fully understanding the complex features of the related geophysical anomalies. Here, we comprehensively investigated the phase transition of (Al, H)-bearing stishovite at simultaneously high P-T conditions.
The University of Osaka
18 Aug 2025
A research group led by The University of Osaka has discovered that the DNA repair enzyme Polβ plays a crucial role in protecting the developing brain from harmful mutations. The study found that a lack of Polβ leads to a significant increase in small insertions and deletions of DNA, known as indels near CpG sites, which are important regulatory regions in genes. This accumulation of mutations could contribute to neurodevelopmental disorders.
National Taiwan University
18 Aug 2025
Paving the way for cleaner air and greener chemical processes.
Lingnan University
15 Aug 2025
Migrant domestic helpers (MDHs) account for approximately one-tenth of Hong Kong’s labour force. For a deeper understanding of public perceptions, Lingnan University’s Department of English recently released a survey report examining the social recognition and respect shown towards MDHs in Hong Kong, revealing that nearly half of respondents have had no direct contact with MDHs.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
14 Aug 2025
- Built capacity of 90 talented students to compete on the international stage through theory and experiment classes
- DGIST develops the next generation of chemistry leaders in Korea through theory and experiment classes
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
14 Aug 2025
- Carrying out two projects, including “Chain-of-Thought (CoT)-Based Manufacturing and Logistics Robot Data”
- Developing CoT-based training datasets for industrial applications
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
14 Aug 2025
- Confirmed protein-bound microplastics disrupt brain cells and potentially cause neurotoxicity
- Published findings in Environmental Science & Technology and registered in Hanbitsa (People Making Korea Shine)
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
14 Aug 2025
- A research team led by DGIST Professor Younghoon Kee has identified a novel DNA damage repair pathway and mechanism.
- Study published in The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America (PNAS), one of the most distinguished international journals.
Osaka Metropolitan University
13 Aug 2025
Sensitive region detection for improved non-invasive cattle monitoring
Duke-NUS Medical School
13 Aug 2025
Recipient Professor Enrico Petretto from Duke-NUS is spearheading groundbreaking research to develop new drugs for lung disease and uncover new therapeutic targets for kidney disease.
YOKOHAMA National University
13 Aug 2025
Researchers find a way to eliminate the issue of friction when it comes to the speedy and precise delivery of small components for miniature electronics and other applications.
National Taiwan University
12 Aug 2025
Studies have found that natural polysaccharides from Taiwan's national treasure "Antrodia", after specific treatment, can not only effectively inhibit inflammation, but also fight the proliferation of lung cancer cells.
Lingnan University
11 Aug 2025
Lingnan University's science and innovation teams have achieved outstanding results at the 11th Silicon Valley International Invention Festival 2025 (SVIIF) in their first-ever participation. All 13 participating projects, covering areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), smart manufacturing, and intelligent transportation, won awards, including 8 gold and 5 silver medals.
Asia Research News
11 Aug 2025
Whispers in the gut, "Memory foam" for space 🚀, Potassium power 🔋& Intelligent multitasking. Read all in the latest Editor's Choice
Hiroshima University
08 Aug 2025
What appears to be silver-blue pigment is actually structural coloration—an optical phenomenon that Encephalartos horridus creates through light-scattering wax crystals sculpted from a lipid compound that may date back to the dawn of land plants.
Duke-NUS Medical School
08 Aug 2025
78 students embark on their journey to become doctors at Duke-NUS Medical School’s 19th White Coat Ceremony
Osaka Metropolitan University
08 Aug 2025
First direct observation of quantum Kelvin–Helmholtz instability reveals eccentric fractional skyrmions
Singapore University of Technology and Design
08 Aug 2025
From a seed-inspired design to a 26-minute flight time on a single rotor, a new monocopter developed by SUTD researchers marks a 10-year journey towards redefining how efficient small flying robots can be.
Lingnan University
08 Aug 2025
The five-day 12th South-South Forum on Sustainability, hosted by the Chinese Institute of Hong Kong and co-organised by the Centre for Cultural Research and Development of Lingnan University, the Global University for Sustainability, the Centre for Film Studies and Cultural Studies of Peking University, and the Tsinghua Institute for Advanced Study in Humanities and Social Sciences of Tsinghua University, and coordinated locally by the Shangyou County People’s Government, is currently being held
The University of Osaka
08 Aug 2025
A Japanese superconducting quantum computer, designed and built with homegrown components and software, went live on July 28th at The University of Osaka’s Center for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology (QIQB). This achievement signifies Japan's technological prowess in quantum computing, demonstrating the nation's capacity to design, manufacture, and integrate a complete quantum system.
Ehime University
08 Aug 2025
Discovery of new therapeutic effects induced by CAR-T cell therapy
Osaka Metropolitan University
07 Aug 2025
Environmental conditions affect reproduction times in model fish
National Taiwan University
07 Aug 2025
Prof. Fang-Jen S. Lee's team at National Taiwan University discovered that an intermediate cellular metabolism molecule, glycerol, regulates the localization and function of the Golgi protein Imh1, thus revealing a previously unappreciated connection between cellular metabolism and vesicular transport.
Tohoku University
06 Aug 2025
Altermagnets are a newly discovered class of magnets that exhibit unique magnetic behavior. They lack net magnetization but still influence the polarization of reflected light. This makes them difficult to study using conventional optical techniques. A research group has overcome this stumbling block using a new formula, enabling them to clarify the magnetic properties and origins of an organic crystal altermagnet.
Tohoku University
06 Aug 2025
A research team led by Distinguished Professor Hao Li at WPI-AIMR, Tohoku University has reported new findings on copper/cobalt-based catalysts that improve the efficiency of electrochemical nitrate reduction.
Osaka Metropolitan University
06 Aug 2025
Prognosis indicators may be detectable in canine test results