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Japan’s Particle Accelerator Achieves First Turns
Scientists at the SuperKEKB accelerator have succeeded at circulating beams of positrons and electrons in opposite directions to study particle collisions.
Snake Venom May Hold Key To Alzheimer’s Treatment
A molecule found in pit viper venom activates enzymes that break down amyloid plaques in the brain, which are commonly associated with Alzheimer's.
Strategic Research Could Help Inform Post-Fukushima Policies
Interdisciplinarity and globalization of Japanese energy and environment research could help inform policymakers in a post-Fukushima world, say researchers.
New Bird Lineage From Early Cretaceous Period Found
A specimen named Chongmingia zhengi, recently found in China, sheds light on the early evolution of birds.
$25K ASEAN-US Science Prize For Women Scientists Leading Climate Change Fight
The US$25,000 ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women will recognize an early to mid-career woman scientist from the ASEAN region whose research focuses on sustainable energy.
The New Wave Of Clean Energy
Researchers have designed a marine turbine that turns ocean waves into a reliable clean energy source.
Reducing Nerve Pain With Less Risk Of Addiction
Researchers have discovered that blocking a specific molecule helps reduce pain caused by nerve damage, or sciatica, in mice.
Male Smokers In India Increased By More Than A Third Since ’98
A study shows that the number of men smoking tobacco in India has risen by more than a third to 108 million between 1998 and 2015.
Smart Glasses Now Come With Virtual Keyboard Feature
The K-Glass 3 smart glasses enables users to type on a virtual keyboard and even play the an augmented reality piano.