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UNESCO: ASEAN Economy Community Likely To Spur Scientific Cooperation
The ASEAN Economic Community could also spur both the cross-border movement of researchers and greater specialization, in turn broadening cooperation in science and technology.
CAS Releases First Microbial Resource Development Report
The Chinese Academy of Sciences has released a report detailing the development of microbial research in China.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Strengthens Presence In South Korea
To address a growing demand for clinical services, Thermo Fisher Scientific has opened a good manufacturing practices standards facility in Seoul, South Korea.
Researchers Synthesize Large Diamond-Shaped Silver Nanoclusters
Chinese scientists have synthesized and characterized two previously unknown large silver nanoclusters.
Introducing iCas, A Protein That Enables Precise Gene Editing
Researchers have developed a protein that gives tighter control over where and when DNA editing takes place, and can be switched on and off repeatedly.
Gravitational Waves Triggered 10m Years Earlier Than Thought
According to supercomputer simulations, a collision of two galaxies triggers gravitational waves about ten million years after—a much faster process than previously assumed.
Like Kites, Messenger Molecules Need Tails To Function
In biological cells, messenger molecules called mRNA behave similar to kites, requiring a tail for stability.
Waterproofing Gadgets May Just Be One Spray Away
The new protective coating could be used to waterproof mobile phones, prevent ice from forming on airplanes, or protect boat hulls from corroding.
Scientists Zoom Into Tooth Decay At The Nanoscale
The research has resulted in the first-ever three-dimensional map showing the positions of magnesium ions critical in the tooth decay process.