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Spicing Up Farming To Prevent Soil Erosion

By growing chili peppers together with corn, farmers can protect their fields against erosion and enjoy increased economic benefits, say Chinese scientists.

Is The Earth Heating Up? Ask The Oceans

Measuring how much heat stored in the oceans is a faster way of tracking global warming, scientists say.

Wearable Solar Cells That You Can Put In The Wash

Scientists have developed an ultra-thin solar cell that can continue to provide electricity even after being soaked in water or being stretched and compressed.

Reducing The Environmental Impact Of Leather Production

Researchers in India have used molten salt to treat leather and reduce its pollution profile.

Getting To The Root Of Bonsai Regeneration

Scientists in Japan have identified a gene that controls the levels of auxin in response to root damage.

Vaccine Cuts Nepal’s Japanese Encephalitis Rate

Researchers have confirmed the success of vaccination against Japanese encephalitis in Nepal.

Helping Seniors Unlock The Value Of Their Homes

Singaporean seniors would be better prepared for retirement if they could monetize their homes, according to data from the Singapore Life Panel®.

Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Wang Yifang

Professor Wang Yifang shares about his fascination with neutrinos and elaborates on China’s ambition to become a major international center for particle physics research.

How To Work With Other Scientists

What’s the best and worst thing about working with a biologist, chemist, physicist, mathematician and an engineer?