Asian Scientist Magazine – Science, technology and medical news updates from Asia

Biomarkers Identified For Better Diagnosis Of Peri-Implantitis

Researchers in South Korea have identified unique genetic markers of the chronic inflammatory disease that affects dental implants.

Health

This New Gene Therapy May Treat Genetic Deafness

A gene editing tool specialised to target inner ear cells holds the potential to treat genetic hearing loss.

Environment

These Newly Discovered Compounds Can Delay Flowering In Plants

Delayed flowering helps leafy crops maintain their nutritional quality for longer periods.

Environment

Ancient Earth Had Green Oceans

Scientists found evidence that cyanobacteria, often called blue-green algae, an important bacteria in the evolutionary process, flourished in green seas.

A phot of Dr Tan Hwei Lan with a guide dog

A First-of-Its-Kind Toolkit For The Visually Impaired To Navigate The Digital World

An evidence-based toolkit co-designed by researchers from Singapore Institute of Technology and people with vision impairment promises to enhance training in assistive technology.

Health

Better Reproductive Microbiome Benefits Female Fertility

A recent review explores how the microbiome of female reproductive tract can affect pregnancy outcomes and gynaecological diseases.

Environment

Charisma Counts In Biodiversity Conservation

82.9 percent of the conservation funds were allocated to beautiful vertebrates, while plants and invertebrates only received 6.6 percent each.

A Mediterranean Diet For The Singaporean Palate

Researchers at the Singapore Institute of Technology are innovating the Mediterranean diet with local flavors, in an effort to make healthier meal options more accessible and affordable for Asians.