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Igniting Customer-Centric Growth: A Conversation With Padraig McDonnell Of Agilent Technologies

Agilent’s long-standing presence in Singapore signals a strategic commitment to innovation, partnerships and global science made practical for real-world impact.

10 Years Of Celebrating Asia’s Researchers

Every year, Asian Scientist Magazine publishes Asian Scientist 100, a carefully curated list of the best and brightest researchers and leaders in SETM in Asia. This year we complete a decade of doing so.

Facilitating Post-Stroke Care With Gamified Intervention

Researchers from the Singapore Institute of Technology co-designed a holistic mobile app with stroke survivors, caregivers and clinicians that delivers information on stroke through games and educational content.
A phot of Dr Tan Hwei Lan with a guide dog

A First-of-Its-Kind Toolkit For The Visually Impaired To Navigate The Digital World

An evidence-based toolkit co-designed by researchers from Singapore Institute of Technology and people with vision impairment promises to enhance training in assistive technology.

A Mediterranean Diet For The Singaporean Palate

Researchers at the Singapore Institute of Technology are innovating the Mediterranean diet with local flavors, in an effort to make healthier meal options more accessible and affordable for Asians.

Superstars Of STEM

This International Women's Day, we are celebrating some powerful women researchers who are empowering others in Asia.

Tackling Global Challenges With Interdisciplinary Solutions

Speakers at the Global Young Scientists Summit 2025 held in Singapore, encouraged young researchers to look beyond their own expertise and embark on collaborative, interdisciplinary projects.

Moving The Needle In Liquid Biopsy

Twist Bioscience is optimizing cancer research workflows with a new library preparation kit and improved reference standard for next-generation sequencing of cell-free DNA.
Empty syringes

Turning The Tide On Dengue: How Climate Change, Urbanization And Innovation Shape Control Strategies

Tackling dengue requires a holistic approach—integrating immunization through vaccines and community-driven initiatives can nip dengue in the bud.