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Why Volcanic Eruptions Reduce Rainfall
The stronger the El Niño warming triggered by a volcanic eruption, the greater the subsequent reduction in global rainfall, researchers say.
China Uses Quantum Satellite To Send ‘Secret Key’ Over 1,000km
They were able to exchange a cryptographic key over 1,000 kilometers, illustrating the possibility of a future global quantum communication network.
The Unique Genetics Of Diabetes In East Asians
Researchers have found 61 new genetic variants that are linked to type 2 diabetes in East Asians, which could help to personalize treatment for the chronic disease.
Singapore Grants ‘Conditional’ Approval For Remdesivir
Singapore's Health Sciences Authority has granted conditional approval of remdesivir as a treatment for patients with severe COVID-19.
Sinovac’s CoronaVac Shows Positive Early Results
Sinovac’s vaccine candidate for COVID-19 showed favorable immunogenicity and safety profiles in Phase I/II clinical trials.
CRISPR’ed Mouse Mimics COVID-19 In Humans
Scientists have used gene editing to create mice expressing human ACE2, the receptor used by SARS-CoV-2 to enter cells.
Flattening The Complexity Of Quantum Circuits
By arranging qubits in a pseudo two-dimensional array, scientists have simplified the construction of quantum computers.
Transmitting Data At The Speed Of Light (VIDEO)
Associate Professor Dawn Tan is harnessing light’s unique properties to bring data transmission up to ultra-fast speeds.
Young Chinese Doctors Face COVID-19 Mental Health Toll
A survey of young Chinese doctors has shown evidence of the mental toll faced by healthcare workers during the pandemic.