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Asian Scientist Magazine’s May 2021 Roundup
From ancient Indonesian caves to the unexplored Martian terrain, Asia’s scientists are making discoveries with vast implications for our world and beyond.
Slowest Earthquake Ever Recorded Lasted Over Thirty Years
Researchers studying the growth patterns of ancient corals have uncovered the slowest recorded earthquake in history in Indonesia’s Simeuleu Island.
Unearthing The Origins Of Flowering Plants
By scrutinizing collections of extinct plants, researchers have found the missing link between seed-bearing and flowering plants.
Lim Tae-won: South Korea’s Hydrogen Hero
To pave the way for cleaner transportation, Lim Tae-won is leading South Korea's shift from gasoline-powered vehicles to ones powered by hydrogen fuel cells.
New Device Helps Robots Get A Grip
An all-round gripper developed by South Korean researchers can freely handle objects regardless of shape and material.
How Climate Change Is Destroying Indonesia’s Ancient Rock Art
Extreme weather events caused by climate change are creating the ideal conditions for the degradation of some of the world's oldest rock art.
Engineering The Future Of Asia
By working at the intersections of the physical, digital and biological spheres, Asia's engineers are ushering in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
BioNTech Sets Its Sights On Singapore
BioNTech is headed for Southeast Asia, with Singapore set to host a fully operational regional office and mRNA production facility by 2023.
A Model Way Of Analyzing University Performance
Graduate employability is associated with high levels of research intensity and internationalization at universities, according to a mathematical model developed by Filipino scientists.