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The China Space Friends Club
The US refuses to collaborate with China on space missions, but no matter: the Asian powerhouse has the rest of the world in its corner.
Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Hideo Hosono
Thanks to the work of Japanese materials scientist Hideo Hosono, we now have much more efficient flat-screen TV displays.
‘Photobombing’ Tumor Immune Suppressors
Pairing an antibody with a light-sensitive dye is an effective way of targeting tumor cells and destroying them, researchers have found.
Could A Pill Be Used To Rebuild The Liver? (VIDEO)
Researchers have discovered a small molecule inhibitor that promotes liver tissue regeneration, which may pave the way for medicines that help to rebuild organs.
The Secret Behind Bristle-Free Asian Rice? Human Selection.
The lack of awns in cultivated Asian rice has been linked to early agriculture and domestication by humans.
Immune-Boosting Drug Shows Promise For Treating Lupus
A drug used in immunotherapy could help suppress the overactive immune system of lupus patients in much lower doses, a study suggests.
Zebra Finch Parents’ Song Prepare Unborn Chicks For Global Warming
A zebrafinch’s dulcet tones can help the unborn chicks in its eggs prepare for a warmer environment, a study suggests.
Super Stretchy Nanowires May Pave The Way For Flexible Electronics
Researchers have developed nanowires that are as strong as they are stretchy, making them ideal for electronic skins.
Enzyme Could Explain Down’s Syndrome Mystery
Geneticists have identified an enzyme that could help us understand what causes Down's Syndrome and other chromosomal abnormalities.
