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Asian Scientist Magazine’s 2021 Roundup

Here are 10 of Asian Scientist Magazine’s top stories in 2021, highlighting scientific advances in diverse domains from COVID-19 to climate change.

The Cost Of Disturbed Circadian Rhythms

Researchers from India have shown that long-term circadian rhythm disruption causes Alzheimer's-like symptoms in rats.

A Healthy Helping Of Innovation

With over 30 years of experience in Asia’s healthcare sector, IPI Innovation Advisor Ramachandran Rajamanickam is passionate about helping local SMEs navigate the industry.
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Two Sides Of The Same Plant: Mismatched Responses To Warming

Climate warming induces different responses in plant growth patterns above and below ground, potentially disrupting ecosystem stability.

A Closer Look Into The Ryugu Asteroid

Primordial material taken from the asteroid Ryugu could shed light on the origins and evolution of the Solar System, including life on Earth.
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Laying The Foundation For A Resilient Asia

Tapping Asia’s growing expertise in disaster risk communication, the Understanding Risk Asia 2021 conference explored how building trust is vital to building resilient communities.

Carving A Niche–Interview With Jacqueline Chen Of Nordic Innovation House Singapore

Nordic Innovation House Singapore taps into its vast network of partners to offer Nordic businesses a leg up as they work to enter the Southeast Asian market.
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Taking Matters Into Robotic Hands

Researchers from South Korea have built a highly dextrous robotic hand capable of tactile sensation, precise grasping and tool manipulation.

Making MRI Machines Cheaper And More Accessible

A new MRI machine designed by researchers in Hong Kong could cost less than US$20,000 to build and operate using a standard AC power outlet.

From The Eyes Of A Child: The Launch Of My Coronavirus Story

Published by Wildtype Media Group and authored by Professor Leo Yee Sin, My Coronavirus Story describes the COVID-19 pandemic from a child’s perspective.