Asian Scientist Newsroom
ABOUT
Asian Scientist Magazine is an award-winning science and technology magazine that highlights R&D news stories from Asia to a global audience. The magazine is published by Singapore-headquartered Wildtype Media Group.
Stories by Asian Scientist Newsroom
7 Must-Read Stories In February 2015
Ancient planets, ancient mammals and an exclusive interview with a not-so-ancient Nobel Prize winner with advice for young physicists in Asia!
The Surprisingly Mild Environment Around A Supermassive Black Hole
Despite the harsh X-rays and UV photons, organic molecules have been found surrounding the supermassive black hole in the spiral galaxy M77.
Controlling Gene Expression With Light
Scientists can now control the expression of multiple genes simply by using light.
The Genetic Basis Of Obesity
A study of almost 340,000 individuals has uncovered 97 gene loci linked to high body mass index.
The Shape Of Neurons That Shape The Brain
Dynamics in the shape of neurons affect the formation of key structures known as growth cone, study says.
Discovered: Black Hole 12 Billion Times The Size Of The Sun
The massive black hole powers a quasar 420 trillion times brighter than the Sun.
Seeing The World Through Dinosaur Eyes
Land and aquatic dinosaurs share similar eye structures, suggesting that eye modifications were not critical adaptations for life underwater.
Oxytocin Helps Rats Sober Up
A dose of the hormone oxytocin can help rats pass a sobriety test with flying colors.
Nanoboxes For Better Batteries
A method to synthesize uniform, porous nanoboxes could help scientists develop rechargeable batteries with higher capacities.