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Automatically Observing Stem Cell Differentiation

A team of researchers in Japan has combined simple agarose with advanced machine learning techniques to study the differentiation of stem cells.

Understanding Inherited Blindness Through Zebrafish Eyes

Discovery of a gene in zebrafish that triggers congenital blindness could lead to new treatments for a similar disease in humans.

Babies Are Born To Love Heroes

Infants as young as six months old can recognize and appreciate heroic acts, according to a study by Japanese researchers.

Personalizing Treatment For Cancer Patients

Two studies from Singapore have shown that a personalized approach could benefit patients suffering from cancer.

CBMG & GE Healthcare Life Sciences Collaborate On Cancer Immunotherapy

CMBG and GE Healthcare Life Sciences China have entered a strategic colllaboration to develop industrial control processes in CAR-T and stem cell manufacturing.

Asia’s Rising Scientists: Loi Luu

Loi Luu dreams of deploying cryptocurrency and blockchain technology worldwide to renovate existing financial systems.

The State Of Infectious Disease Control In Post-SARS China

China has improved its infection control measures in the aftermath of SARS, but common diseases still pose a problem.

ChemChina’s Syngenta Acquisition Approved

China’s state-owned agrochemical company ChemChina has been cleared to acquire Syngenta, a Swiss agriculture research company.

A Sensitive And Dynamic Tactile Sensor

These transparent sensors can detect changes in pressure ranging from just the tap of a finger to the equivalent of a full human body weight.