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Snakebites Cost Sri Lanka More Than US$10 Million Yearly
Snakebites cost Sri Lanka about US$10 million a year—roughly the same amount the country spends on both meningitis and dengue.
NTU Named World’s Best Young University Fourth Year In A Row
NTU leads the charge of young Asia-Pacific universities that occupy seven of the top 10 spots in this year's QS Top 50 Under 50.
Can Acupuncture Help You Lose Weight?
A clinical trial involving 72 participants suggests that acupuncture is a safe way to help people lose weight.
A Nanoscale Solution To Sepsis
Potent antioxidant nanoparticles that can mop up excess reactive oxygen species could help prevent sepsis-related deaths.
Identifiable Human DNA Recovered From Mosquitoes
Human blood extracted from mosquitoes can be used for DNA analysis up to two days after feeding.
An Eco-Friendly Sponge For Soaking Up Oil Spills
Scientists in India have combined cellulose with a gelator to create a sponge that effectively sucks up crude oil.
The Oceans Heat Up As Global Warming Persists
An analysis of three independent datasets confirm that the oceans are warming rapidly.
Scientists Discover A Mutation That Prevents Glaucoma
Although other variants of the LOXL1 gene have been linked to glaucoma, the p.Y407F mutation offers a 25-fold protection against the disease.
Celgene Buys The Rights To BeiGene’s Checkpoint Inhibitor
BeiGene will acquire Celgene's commercial operations in China and exclusive license to Celgene's China cancer commercial portfolio.