Kami Navarro

ABOUT

A molecular biologist by training, Kami Navarro left the sterile walls of the laboratory to pursue a Master of Science Communication from the Australian National University. Kami is the former science editor at Asian Scientist Magazine.

Stories by Kami Navarro


Turning The Tide With AI And HPC

By harnessing both artificial intelligence and high performance computing in one powerful model, scientists from Japan are making real-time tsunami prediction more accessible.
Miyoko Watanabe, International Women's Day

Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Miyoko Watanabe

Ever since she joined Toshiba as its first female researcher four decades ago, Miyoko Watanabe has been championing gender diversity and visibility for women in science. We are revisiting this interview with her today on International Women's Day 2022.

All In The Genes

Precision medicine could reveal the secrets of Asia’s collective DNA without carrying the risks of consumer genetic testing. Here’s how.

China’s Father Of Hybrid Rice, Yuan Longping, Passes At 90 (In Memoriam)

Yuan Longping's seminal work on cultivating hybrid rice varieties helped feed millions in China and around the world.

SARS-CoV-2 Variants, Explained

As new SARS-CoV-2 variants emerge, tried-and-tested solutions could be the key to stamping out COVID-19.

Back To Basis: Restoring Trust In AI (VIDEO)

BasisAI CEO Liu Feng-Yuan is championing the responsible use of artificial intelligence—helping organizations make better decisions in the process.

The Vaccine Vanguard

Vaccines are our best shot at finally overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s a review on how vaccines work and where Asia’s leading vaccine candidates stand.

Keeping Singapore Cool

With global warming at our doorstep, researchers in Singapore are leveraging supercomputers to tackle the complex challenge of urban heat.

Asia’s Rising Scientists: Andy Tay

By pushing the boundaries of biomedical engineering, Dr. Andy Tay is boosting our body's natural defences in surprising new ways.