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SMU Launches US$3.3 Million Center For AI And Data Governance
The new Center for AI and Data Governance will focus on three integrated streams—AI and society; AI and industry; and AI and commercialization.
Mitochondria Clustering Helps Kill Cancer Cells
Scientists in Japan have discovered that cancer cell invasiveness can be inhibited by mitochondria aggregation.
How The Rainbow Weevil Produces Its Colors
Researchers have discovered that the structure and volume of chitin in the exoskeleton of rainbow weevils allow the insects to produce a vast spectrum of colors.
Wearable LED Device Helps Mice To Regrow Hair
Researchers in South Korea have developed a flexible, wearable device that speeds up hair growth in mice.
Asian Scientist Junior Book Series Launched
Children and parents were treated to an educational book reading session and had the opportunity to interact with a real-life scientist.
Wildtype Books Successfully Launches Asian Scientist Junior Book Series
The beautifully illustrated book series on six scientists from Asia was supported by a Kickstarter campaign and donation from City Developments Limited.
Singapore Scientist Receives CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholarship
As a CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar, Dr. Wan Yue will receive ~US$77,000 in research funding and have access to specialized leadership and communication training.
Shark Fins Need To Be Struck Off The Menu, Scientists Say
Poor regulatory oversight has allowed the shark fin trade to run rampant and threaten endangered shark species, said researchers in Hong Kong and Canada.
Merck Opens US$15 Million Lab In Singapore
The M Lab Collaboration Center will recreate actual manufacturing conditions for biologics and enhance biosafety testing.