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Your Gut Bacteria Could Affect How Drugs Work For You

Microorganisms in the gut likely have an effect on how the body metabolizes drugs, according to a new study.

Scientists In Hong Kong Discover New Golden Tree Ant Species

Move over, Yellowjacket. This golden ant species could be the new warriors on Ant-Man's team.

Cells Form ‘Pockets’ That Orient Cell Division: Study

How a cell divides relative to the animal’s body axis is controlled by a unique cell membrane structure, a study finds.

Why Stop At One? Researchers Make 10,000 Ribozyme Mutants At Once

Researchers in Japan have created over 10,000 mutants of a ribozyme simultaneously, helping them understand which chemical bases are important for ribozyme activity.

Fossils From China Show History Of Plants Colonizing Land

The formation of deep soils millions of years ago allowed the first trees to survive, and this may have occurred much earlier than once thought, according to a study.

Singapore Launches Test Circuit For Self-Driving Vehicles

A new research center and test circuit may help kickstart the deployment of self-driving vehicles on Singapore roads.

Bristol-Myers Squibb Reacquires Rights To ASLAN Drug

Bristol-Myers Squibb will be reacquiring the rights to ASLAN002, a gastric and breast cancer drug, for several APAC markets.

Oxford BioDynamics To Conduct ALS Biomarker Program In Malaysia

The Penang subsidiary of Oxford BioDynamics will work towards developing diagnostic tests for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

When The Boss Is In, Everyone Plays Nice: Study

Concern over a person's reputation in the eyes of an authority figure, like a village elder, may encourage cooperation with others, a study shows.