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The University of Osaka
04 Apr 2024
Researchers from Osaka University and Imperial College London have used operando optical spectroscopy in conjunction with other spectroscopic techniques to follow the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) for an iridium oxide catalyst. Using complementary techniques to probe the catalytic process at different pH values allowed them to observe the effect of the extended environment around the intermediate species involved.
Tohoku University
03 Apr 2024
Researchers at Tohoku University have made a groundbreaking advancement in battery technology, developing a novel cathode material for rechargeable magnesium batteries that enables efficient charging and discharging even at low temperatures.
03 Apr 2024
New survey from Springer Nature shows that amongst researchers in Japan, approximately a third of the respondents are unsure how to share their research beyond academic publications and presentations, indicating the need for further support for their research to reach and have influence on the wider community
Tohoku University
03 Apr 2024
Drawing inspiration from the way plants breathe, a group of researchers at Tohoku University has created a paper-based magnesium-air battery that can be used in GPS sensors or pulse oximeter sensors. Taking advantage of paper’s recyclability and lightweight nature, the engineered battery holds promise for a more environmentally friendly source of energy.
Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo (UTokyo-IIS)
03 Apr 2024
Researchers from the Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo and collaborating partners have created guidelines for the design of intercalated materials, which will accelerate research on energy storage, electronics, and more
Impart
01 Apr 2024
In India’s dry, western-most state — Rajasthan — the gods are carried from village to village, and tales that surround the deity are narrated so that the devout may be blessed. The gods are housed in a ‘kavad’, a portable shrine adorned with intricate narrative paintings of folk tales and epics. Constructed from low-density wood and painted with mineral-derived pigments, the kavad serves as a conduit for the oral storytelling tradition known as kavad banchana.
The University of Osaka
01 Apr 2024
Researchers from Osaka University found that exposure to environmental carcinogens and psychological distress significantly decreases happy life expectancy, a measure of the lifespan during which an individual experiences subjective emotional wellbeing. These findings suggest that developing public health policies to reduce exposure to these chemicals could help people live longer, happier lives.
Asia Research News
29 Mar 2024
Asia Research News monitors the latest research news in Asia. Some highlights that caught our attention this week are spiders that join together to transform into a flower, birds giving the right of way, and a potential natural treatment for hair loss.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
29 Mar 2024
Hosting of the WEEF-GEDC is expected to serve as a great opportunity to showcase the quality and achievements of engineering education in universities in Korea, including DGIST, on the global stage
Hokkaido University
29 Mar 2024
The lipids in some herbal teas have been identified in detail for the first time, preparing the ground for investigating their contribution to the health benefits of the teas.
Hiroshima University
29 Mar 2024
A marine biologist is inching closer to conquering science’s over 120-year pursuit to farm lobsters by letting these “dragons of the sea” get real weird.
Tohoku University
28 Mar 2024
Tohoku University researchers have created a reliable means of predicting the performance of a new and promising type of catalysts. Their breakthrough will speed up the development of efficient catalysts for both alkaline and acidic environments, thereby saving time and effort in future endeavors to create better fuel cells.
Hokkaido University
28 Mar 2024
A case study on the effects of open waste burning on air quality in Northwestern Greenland calls attention to the importance of no-one-left-behind sustainable air quality monitoring in the Arctic region.
Lingnan University
28 Mar 2024
Lingnan University's Department of Psychology was honoured to host delegations from Beijing Normal University at Zhuhai (BNU Zhuhai) and East China Normal University (ECNU) for a series of enriching visits and academic exchanges. These visits were a significant milestone in fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing between the institutions.
International Science Council Regional Focal Point for Asia and the Pacific
27 Mar 2024
A comprehensive analysis of the integration of artificial intelligence in science and research across various countries. It addresses both the advancements made and the challenges faced in this field.
Hiroshima University
27 Mar 2024
May prove to be therapeutic target in breast cancer treatment
The University of Osaka
27 Mar 2024
Researchers from Monash University and Osaka University have unveiled a groundbreaking discovery regarding the pivotal role of sensory neurons in orchestrating tissue repair and regeneration, offering significant promise for patients with poorly healing tissues and diabetes.
Osaka Metropolitan University
27 Mar 2024
Numerical basis found for picosecond laser endpoints in effective clinical treatments with fewer complications
Tohoku University
26 Mar 2024
Scientists successfully addressed mathematical challenges in conventional Spectral Matrix analysis, used to analyze three-component seismic signals, by introducing time-delay components. The new technique enables the characterization of various polarized waves and the detection of seismic events that have previously gone unnoticed by conventional methods. These findings pave the way for improving a variety of applications, including earthquake detection.
Singapore University of Technology and Design
26 Mar 2024
Bilingualism is often associated with stronger executive function. SUTD and NUS scientists found that early bilingual acquisition can also protect cognitive processes that facilitate our social and emotional skills against normal age-related decline.
The University of Osaka
26 Mar 2024
Researchers from Osaka University used machine learning to identify subgroups of trauma patients who are more likely to survive their injuries if treated with tranexamic acid. This treatment controls bleeding and thereby prevents death from hemorrhage. The team also identified subgroups of trauma patients who do not benefit from tranexamic acid. These findings should help guide treatment decisions after traumatic injury and provide trauma patients with more personalized care.
Tohoku University
25 Mar 2024
AI is revolutionizing the way researchers seek to identify new materials, but it still has some shortcomings. Now, a team of researchers has navigated AI’s pitfalls to identify a thermoelectric material that boasts remarkable properties.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
25 Mar 2024
- The new photocatalyst is capable of generating methane production 51 times greater compared to commercial TiO2 photocatalysts by improving the surface and electrical properties with amorphous In2TiO5/MoSe2 photocatalysts
- The research results were published in Chemical Engineering Journal, a prestigious international journal in the field of energy and environment.
The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK)
25 Mar 2024
The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) held the final pitching for the 2023/24 edition of its Education+ and Social Entrepreneurs Fund (EASE Fund) yesterday (18 March). Each of the five winning start-up teams, comprising EdUHK students, staff and alumni, was awarded a comprehensive package of entrepreneurial support worth up to HK$300,000.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
- Expectations to build a superior domestic and international research network through research excellence, leading global interdisciplinary research and enhancing global research capabilities.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
- Prof. Sang Hyun Park of the Department of Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering has developed a logical anomaly detection technology that utilizes segmentation results through artificial intelligence (AI).
- The research results were published by the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AAAI), the premier AI conference, in February 2024.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
- DGIST startup company “SeaWith” recognized for its excellence in seaweed cultured meat production technology
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
- DGIST Prof. Hyuk-Jun Kwon's team has developed neuromorphic devices using ferroelectrics and two-dimensional channels.
- Similar to the human brain, they perform both computational and memory functions –– but 10,000 times faster than synapses with minimal energy consumption.
- Their application to next-generation AI semiconductor technology is anticipated.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
- A team led by DGIST Professor Jeongho Kwak proposes VisionScaling algorithm, enhancing user experience in 6G vision services while conserving energy in mobile devices
- Efficient technology development anticipated to enhance user experience in various vision services of the upcoming 6G era (AR/XR, autonomous driving, etc.)
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
Revelation of the molecular code for constructing brain neural circuits
With identification of the characteristics of excitatory synapses and memory cognition regulation mechanisms mediated by synaptic gene microexons
- A research team led by DGIST Prof.