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Asia’s Rising Scientists: Gene Yeo
Gene Yeo uses genetics to explore how defects in RNA processing contribute to diseases such as neurodegeneration.
10 ’Omics You Need To Know
Confused by the proliferation of ‘omics but don’t want to be left behind? Fret not, Asian Scientist Magazine has got you covered with our handy explainer on the hottest ‘omics around.
What’s The Address? Three Little Words Can Tell You
GPS? What GPS? Three-word phrases could be a promising alternative to street names and house numbers in places where few people possess street addresses.
Soybean Protein Found To Improve Metabolism In Mice
Japanese researchers have found that a single intake of soybean protein improves metabolism in mice, reducing the risk for obesity.
Parting Is Such Sweet Sorrow, Even For Continents
Scientists have revealed that continents break up in two phases: slow at first, before suddenly speeding up.
Eye Test Can Spot Glaucoma Four Years Earlier
A newly patented eye test that uses spots of light can help to detect glaucoma years earlier than standard tests.
Octopus-Inspired Adhesive Pads Are Suckers For Transfer Printing
Researchers have designed adhesive pads that mimic the suckers on octopus tentacles.
Baby Boys More Likely To Be Born Prematurely: Study
A new study has found that boys are much more likely to be born pre-term between 20-24 weeks, with their mothers at greater risk of pregnancy complications.
A Step Closer To The World’s First Alzheimer’s Vaccine
Researchers in the US and Australia have developed a vaccine formulation that targets the two hallmark proteins of Alzheimer's disease.
