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IMRE’s Andy Hor Appointed Vice-President Of HKU

IMRE's Executive Director has been appointed Vice-President and Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) of HKU, prompting a global search for his replacement.

Ultrasound Away Your Alzheimer’s Plaques?

Although clinical trials are at least two years away, a promising study in mice suggests that Alzheimer's can be non-invasively treated by ultrasound.

Live Poultry Markets Spread Avian Influenza

Research suggests that H7N9 has become established in animals in China, highlighting the need for more stringent controls of the live poultry trade.

Why Do We Enjoy Music?

Having a sense of rhythm was essential for our ancestors to adapt to their environment, scientist suggests.

Track Your Health Via Tummy Gas

Scientists have proposed gas sensor pills that can be used to track gut microbes and overall intestinal health.

RIKEN & Nagoya Mark Collaboration With Workshop

RIKEN's CSRS and Nagoya's ITbM have agreed to collaborate on interdisciplinary research in synthetic chemistry and plant biology.

Asian Scientist Chief Editor Honored As WEF Young Global Leader

Asian Scientist Magazine founder and editor-in-chief Dr. Juliana Chan has been elected Young Global Leader of the World Economic Forum.

The Role Of Hormones In Fishy Love Triangles

Male medaka unable to produce the hormone vasotocin lose out in love triangles, research shows.

China’s Yutu Exposes The Layers Of The Moon

Data from the Yutu rover indicate that there are at least nine distinct layers below the surface of the Moon.