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Shielding COVID-19 Risk On Ride-Sharing Bikes
Plastic barriers placed between driver and passenger on ride-sharing motorbikes reduces the risk of COVID-19 viral spread.
GenScript Launches Manufacturing Facility In Singapore
GenScript’s new facility is set to improve support for scientists in the Asia-Pacific region with shorter delivery time and local collaboration.
Smart Packaging To Keep Food Fresh For Longer
A smart food packaging material with antimicrobial properties, developed by a Singaporean-American team, could extend the shelf life of fresh produce.
Tackling Omicron With T Cells
T cells are still expected to be effective against the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2, shows a study by Hong Kong-Australia research team
Cracking The Mystery Of The Shattered Glass
To make building safer, scientists from South Korea have determined how water aggravates cracks on glass windows.
Women Wunderkinds
To celebrate this year’s International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we take a look at eight shining examples of scientific excellence in Asia.
Meet New Weevils Including One Named Corona
Scientists have discovered 28 new species of beetles belonging to the weevil genus Trigonopterus on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi.
Returning Power To Insecticides
By replacing insecticide-resistant genes in fruit flies with susceptible forms, an India-US research team is devising ways to lower insecticide use in farms.
Rethink Building Design To Reduce Virus Spread
By mapping air flow in dormitories, researchers from Singapore have pinpointed the building layouts that lead to stagnant air and raise the risk of viral transmission.