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Fish Food Harbors Antibiotic Resistant Genes

The millions of tons of fish food that sink to the ocean floor are a reservoir of antibiotic resistant genes, scientists in China find.

The Obama Ant Gets A 3D Avatar

Scientists in Japan have created 3D virtual avatars of three new ant species named in honor of key figures in conservation: Barack Obama, Ken Saro-Wiwa, and E.O. Wilson.

Latest THE University Rankings Show Chinese Universities On The Rise

China is fast becoming a dominant force in the higher education arena based on this year’s THE World University Rankings.

Mutation Predicts Schizophrenia And Autism Risk

Using molecular tools and statistical analyses, scientists in Japan have found a rare gene mutation that could serve as a potential predictor of schizophrenia and autism.

Studying Atomic Structures With Holograms

Using a neutron holography technique, scientists in Japan have obtained clear 3D images of atomic structures.

Takeda And Noile-Immune Biotech Enter CAR-T Collaboration

Takeda and Noile-Immune Biotech collaborate to advance next generation CAR-T therapy effective for solid tumors.

China Pledges US$20 Million To Promote Global Health

The WHO and China have signed a memorandum of understanding to reinforce health promotion efforts around the world.

Highly Infectious Superbug Emerges In Chinese Hospital

The hypervirulent superbug behind five deaths in a Chinese hospital is resistant even to last-resort antibiotics.

Helping Microgrids Meet The Demand

Scientists have developed a computer algorithm that improves microgrid stability and reliability by making it mimic the inertia of a large power grid.