Hannan Azmir
ABOUT
Hannan is a science writer with an interest in telling stories about science and the people behind it. She graduated with a degree in biochemistry from the University of Nottingham.
Stories by Hannan Azmir
Achieving A Zero Carbon Future (VIDEO)
Decarbonizing businesses is no small feat, but Unravel Carbon’s co-founder and CEO Grace Sai is up for the task, kicking off the net zero initiative in the Asia-Pacific region.
Is Your Online Therapy Safe?
Online mental health services in Malaysia have boomed since the pandemic, but guidelines concerning patient security and data privacy need to be monitored.
Asia’s Rising Scientist: Cheong Sok Ching
Professor Cheong Sok Ching is championing the battle against cancers that disproportionately affect Asians, and leading drug development research in Malaysia.
From Turning Doorknobs To Queuing Ducks – It’s The Ig Nobel Prize!
Two research groups from Asia are part of this year’s Ig Nobel Prize, which honor achievements that make people laugh, then think.
Using AI To Detect Cancer Mutations
Researchers from Singapore develop a new AI-based method to accurately detect cancer mutations in patient samples.
Kangaroo Dads
Fathers can establish a closer bond with their infant child through skin-to-skin contact or Kangaroo care, reports researchers from Australia and the United Kingdom.
Asia’s Rising Scientists: Senjuti Saha
Dr Senjuti Saha is advocating for an equitable global research landscape, and for researchers to reclaim their power and take charge of the problems their countries face in the Global South.
Asia’s Rising Scientists: Wan Iryani Wan Ismail
Professor Wan Iryani Wan Ismail is leading the research in showcasing the health and economic benefits of honey and beekeeping in Malaysia.
One In Three Disabled Children Have Experienced Violence
Children with mental and developmental disabilities were more likely to experience violence, reveals a review study by researchers in China and around the world.