Lee Yee Ling

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Yee Ling is a science writer and academic editor who writes about how research and discovery expand our understanding of the life sciences.

Stories by Lee Yee Ling


Scientists Uncover The Hidden Mechanism That Lets Sperm Swim

A protein scaffold inside centrioles stabilises the base of the sperm tail, revealing why defects in this structure can lead to male infertility.

Rewiring Sweetness: How The Brain Learns To Taste Better

Researchers reveal that taste sensitivity is a trainable skill, with potential applications in treating age-related appetite loss and taste disorders.

Depression May Be An Immune Disorder As Much As A Mental One

Scientists have found that an overactive immune system may underlie a common but difficult-to-diagnose form of depression.

Why Your Brain Feels Losses More Deeply Than Wins

Researchers identified a small group of neurons in the mouse brain that decides when a loss changes an animal’s place in the social hierarchy.

Eye Blinks Reveal How The Brain Tracks Musical Rhythm

A subtle eye movement shows how attention determines whether sound translates into bodily timing.

How Asian Elephants Decide You’re Worth Talking To

Body and face orientation both matter when elephants decide it’s worth communicating.

City Life Forces Two Rival Hornets To Coexist By Changing What They Eat

In non-urban areas, the two species consumed similar prey, reflecting their natural competitive relationship.

How Dengue Reprograms The Immune System

Dengue infection rewires the immune system’s baseline, boosting vaccine response but potentially increasing risk.