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Singapore University of Technology and Design
06 Oct 2026
SUTD researchers have developed novel solutions that keep an autonomous vehicle’s perception accurate in rain, darkness and unfamiliar cities.
Sungkyunkwan University
06 Oct 2026
When leaders truly embrace change and act ethically, team members actively support new initiatives and reduce negative workplace behaviors.
The University of Osaka
06 Oct 2026
Researchers led by the University of Osaka analyzed lymphatic malformations from 34 patients and found shared molecular features regardless of whether PIK3CA mutations were detected. The PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway was activated in malformed lymphatic vessels, while spatial transcriptomics highlighted NFATC1, associated with the calcineurin-NFAT pathway, as a possible contributor to the disease pathogenesis.
National Taiwan University
06 Oct 2026
Published in Journal of Hazardous Materials, a new study reveals that atmospheric particles can have high harmful potential even when visibility is only slightly reduced, and that water-soluble organic matter and particle water content help determine whether these two effects occur together. Researchers also found that nitrate can strongly reduce visibility without causing a similar increase in harmful potential, suggesting that pollution-control strategies should consider both effects.
The University of Osaka
05 Oct 2026
Researchers at the University of Osaka have developed a method for distinguishing the L- and D-forms of amino acids based on current waveforms generated by single molecules passing through a nanogap. The L/D ratio of amino acids is a potential biosignature of life. Major features of the amino acid composition were captured for astrobiologically relevant samples. The method could be used to develop electrical instruments for extraterrestrial life detection.
Ateneo de Manila University
05 Oct 2026
Philippine Studies: Historical and Ethnographic Viewpoints has just published its latest issue, The Limits of Liberalism.
Saint Francis University
05 Oct 2026
Saint Francis University (SFU), in collaboration with the Christian Family Service Centre (CFSC), has successfully developed and validated Hong Kong’s first “WHO Disability Assessment Schedule 2.0 Traditional Chinese (Hong Kong) Version” (WHODAS 2.0 TC-HK). Led by Dr Tiffany Choi Ching-man, Associate Professor of Practice at SFU’s S.K. Yee School of Health Sciences, the research team designed the instrument specifically for Hong Kong’s community rehabilitation services.
National Taiwan University
05 Oct 2026
Bringing together expertise in geography, atmospheric sciences and civil engineering, a National Taiwan University team has discovered that invisible “rivers in the sky” form drainage systems much like rivers on land. Their new method identifies the critical upwind areas that sustain rainfall, offering a new perspective on land and water management.
National Taiwan University
02 Oct 2026
The lab at National Taiwan University has developed a simple fluorescence-based method to rapidly test the activity of an enzyme that phosphorylates phenolic compounds. This new platform makes it much easier to screen thousands of enzyme variants and provides a practical tool for exploring and improving phenolic compound–phosphorylating enzymes.
Kanazawa University
02 Oct 2026
A new computational method aligns spatial transcriptomics data while retaining cell-level measurements.
Lingnan University
02 Oct 2026
Lingnan University held a flag-raising ceremony to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China on the University campus on 1 October.
The University of Osaka
02 Oct 2026
Researchers from the University of Osaka and collaborating institutions accelerated protons to nearly half the speed of light using a long-pulse laser and ultrathin graphene. A moving electric field carried the protons to high energies, and artificial intelligence helped detect rare high-energy particles among millions of detector images. This technique could pave the way for future AI-driven autonomous laser experiment systems.
Duke-NUS Medical School
01 Oct 2026
Analysis of 3.8 million immune cells from nearly 2,000 people reveals distinct waves of immune ageing and sex-specific changes that may help explain differences in age-related and autoimmune diseases.
National Taiwan University
01 Oct 2026
This study published in Advanced Science reports a wavelength-matched far-infrared approach for enhancing peripheral blood circulation using silicon carbide (SiC), which exhibits epsilon-near-zero behavior near 10.3 μm. By matching the selective thermal emission of SiC with the low-absorption optical window of human skin, the study demonstrates enhanced cutaneous blood flow compared with a conventional broadband graphite emitter.
Sungkyunkwan University
01 Oct 2026
Ads lasting 10 seconds or less are up to 40% more effective than longer conventional ads at prompting immediate consumer responses such as website visits
Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo (UTokyo-IIS)
01 Oct 2026
A study from the Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo used special instruments to investigate how crystals smaller than a strand of hair change and move as they draw in chloroform vapor
Tohoku University
01 Oct 2026
Billions of years ago, rain may have helped shape where the chemistry of life could begin on Mars. A new study maps the delivery of formaldehyde, an important prebiotic molecule, to the surface. The map could help guide future Mars missions searching for signs of the planet’s early organic evolution.
Singapore University of Technology and Design
01 Oct 2026
Researchers at SUTD have built a robotic platform that can be dropped from the air onto remote waters and sail autonomously using wind energy, pairing rapid aerial deployment with the potential for long duration marine monitoring.
YOKOHAMA National University
01 Oct 2026
Controlling cobalt’s oxidation state during electrolysis enables highly selective hydrogenation without relying on scarce precious metals
Ateneo de Manila University
30 Sep 2026
The university is in the 1001–1200 bracket among 2,297 institutions across 118 countries and territories.
Singapore University of Technology and Design
30 Sep 2026
A new framework developed by SUTD researchers could improve how robots, autonomous systems and augmented reality tools recognise objects and navigate complex real-world environments.
Tohoku University
30 Sep 2026
Researchers at Tohoku University and collaborators have demonstrated key technologies for controlling and measuring electrons in zinc oxide quantum dots, an important step toward developing spin-based quantum devices. Their results provide a new platform for exploring how electron spins behave in this promising material.
The University of Osaka
30 Sep 2026
Researchers at the University of Osaka found that simultaneous stimulation of the primary somatosensory cortex and insular cortex may produce richer artificial bodily sensations than stimulating either region alone. In three patients, dual-site stimulation evoked sensations including gentle touch and combined numbness and warmth.
Duke-NUS Medical School
30 Sep 2026
Nationwide Duke-NUS study finds asthma-related emergency visits rise within two days of increases in PM2.5, underscoring the importance of early precautions during periods of poorer air quality.
Sungkyunkwan University
30 Sep 2026
New organic–inorganic nanocomposite combines stretchability and piezoelectric properties, maintaining stable performance even under 50% strain
Tohoku University
30 Sep 2026
Correlation does not imply causation. Using AI to discover new materials is becoming more common, but data-driven approaches sometimes rely heavily on correlations and make testing AI-based predictions difficult. A new perspective paper published by Tohoku University researchers developed a framework for incorporating physics-based principles into AI to generate more interpretable, testable, and meaningful predictions.
Lingnan University
30 Sep 2026
Lingnan University has achieved outstanding results in the newly released Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027. Among 2,297 institutions across 118 countries and regions, Lingnan made a remarkable leap from the 301–350 band to 257th, climbing nearly 100 places to show the highest improvement among the Hong Kong SAR’s eight UGC-funded universities.
The University of Osaka
30 Sep 2026
Researchers at the University of Osaka developed a simple two-step culture system that turns human blood-derived B cells into germinal center-like B cells using CD40L, IL-4, and IL-21 in a specific sequence. The resulting cells closely resemble genuine human germinal center B cells and undergo somatic hypermutation. The platform provides a practical tool for studying antibody formation directly in human cells and may support future vaccine and autoimmune disease research.
Lingnan University
30 Sep 2026
The University Grants Committee (UGC) of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region presented the 2026 UGC Teaching Award to Prof Helen Geng Hongyan, Assistant Professor of Teaching of the Division of Science at Lingnan University. She received the award in the General Faculty Members category.
Lingnan University
29 Sep 2026
Lingnan University and the Civil Service Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government jointly organised the first Government Career Fair on the Lingnan campus today (29 September), with 20 exhibition booths, bringing together over 15 government bureaux and departments — including the Digital Policy Office, the Education Bureau, disciplined services and the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, totalling over 30 civil service grades.