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Stories by Asian Scientist Newsroom
Steady Progress For Asian Universities In 2014 THE Rankings
US and UK universities still dominate the top 10 of the Times Higher Education rankings, but Asian institutions continue to make significant gains.
Japanese Researcher Recognized For Cancer Work
Professor Tadashi Yamamoto of OIST has received a prestigious research award from the Japanese Cancer Association.
Seeing Cancer With Mantis Shrimp Eyes
Inspired by the mantis shrimp's elegant visual system based on polarized light, scientists have developed a camera that can see cancer.
First Baby Screened Using MALBAC Technology Born
A powerful single cell whole genome amplification method known as MALBAC allows for the precise screening of monogenic disorders.
GaN & Graphene: Best Of Both Worlds For Bendy LEDs
By combining gallium nitrite with graphene, researchers have created transferrable light-emitting diodes, thereby enabling bendable optoelectronics devices.
Singapore Launches US$80 Million Rehabilitation Research Center
The Rehabilitation Research Institute of Singapore has been jointly established by NTU, A*STAR and NHG.
Diet Affects Sperm Competitiveness
A study using artificial insemination in guppies shows that omega-3 fatty acids gives sperm a competitive advantage.
South Asians In Canada Face Higher Heart Disease Risk
People of South Asian descent have a higher risk of heart disease than the rest of the Canadian population, studies suggest.
Indian Scientists More Religious Than British Ones
In-depth interviews with scientists reveal that Indian scientists are more likely to be religious than British ones.