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Going To ‘Wars’ In Blood Vessels
The gene Wars2 plays a central role in the formation of blood vessels, and could be a possible new drug target for treating cancer and heart disease.
Microfluidic Device Tests Alternating Electric Field Therapy In 3D
The new device allows researchers to produce an alternating electric field in a 3D environment.
Hybrid Protein Adhesive Flexes Its Mussel
The mussel's incredible ability to adhere to surfaces has inspired a biologically active molecule that can tightly bind to titanium, which is commonly used in medical implants.
ASLAN Pharma Raises US$23 Million In Pre-IPO Financing Round
The financing round has attracted support from both new and existing investors, including from Taiwan.
Deadly Bacteria Can Reach The Brain In Just 24 Hours
The deadly bacteria can be picked up by a simple sniff and travel to the brain and spinal cord in just 24 hours, a new study finds.
12 Scientists Recognized At Japan Research Front Awards
These scientists were recently recognized for their research at the Japan Research Front Awards 2016.
Circulating Cells In Cancer Patients’ Blood Not Always Cancerous
Contrary to the decades-long belief that these cells are always malignant, researchers have found that they may also come from the blood vessels that line the tumor, rather than from the tumor itself.
Two Singaporeans Honored For Contributions To Engineering
Cham Tao Soon and Masagos Zulkifli have been honored for their contributions to engineering by The Institute of Engineers, Singapore.
Fossilized Fireplace Holds Clues To ‘Hobbit’ Extinction
An ancient fireplace found in Liang Bua in Indonesia sheds new light on the demise of Homo floresiensis, the diminutive cousins of modern humans.