David Tan

A protein that represses an important cell division checkpoint may have far reaching effects in cancer.

David Tan takes a look at the annual Pink Ribbon campaign that aims to increase breast cancer awareness and raise funds for cancer research.

Scientists have identified new odor-active compounds that contribute to the distinctive scent of South-East Asia's King of Fruits.

Scientists from the National University of Singapore report that a green tea component may protect against the neurodegenerative effects of Parkinson’s disease.

Scientists in Singapore have discovered that soft-shelled turtles excrete waste urea through gill-like projections in their mouths.

Those who experience the Asian Flush syndrome are at a greater risk of developing esophageal cancer, writes David Tan, and governments across Asia need to educate people about this.

A Japanese team from the RIKEN Nishina Center for Accelerator-based Science has announced the synthesis of the elusive atomic element 113.

Skin-lightening cosmetics are all the rage in Asia. What’s the science behind them and could they be doing more harm than good?

A new study shows that the malaria species widespread in the Asia-Pacific region has been a key driver of human genome evolution.