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Scientists Study ‘Obesity Paradox’ In Diabetics
People who are obese when they’re diagnosed with type II diabetes have much better survival rates than those with a healthy weight at the time of diagnosis, scientists say.
Death Rates Higher For Weekend Hospital Admissions
A study in New South Wales, Australia, has found that death rates are higher if a patient is admitted to hospital over the weekend.
Women’s Chronic Pain More Complex And More Severe
New research has found that chronic pain in women is more complex and harder to treat than chronic pain in men.
Singapore Implements Scheme To Bring Home Top Scientists
The RIEC announced on Friday S$330 million in funding for two new programs and a new scheme to bring home top Singaporean scientists.
ACD, Kindstar Launch Cancer Diagnostics Tests In China
Kindstar will validate and implement ACD's RNAscope® technology-based molecular diagnostic assays in its clinical laboratories.
NTU Launches Cryo-Electron Microscopy Lab
Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University has launched a cryo-electron microscopy lab to study molecular structures half a million times smaller than a grain of rice.
7 Must-Read Stories In October 2013
Seven interesting and captivating articles from the October 2013 issue of Asian Scientist Magazine.
Solar Cells Incorporated Into ‘Smart’ Windows
Researchers have integrated solar cells into a window that can intelligently regulate heat while maintaining visible transparency.
Acupuncture, Counseling Could Improve Depression Symptoms
Acupuncture or counseling combined with usual care could benefit patients with depression, researchers say.