Nishat Anan
ABOUT
Nishat is a science journalist. She graduated with an MSc in Biomedical Science from Monash University where she worked with a cellular model of Parkinson’s Disease. Nishat loves lending her voice to bring science closer to society.
Stories by Nishat Anan
No Benefits Of Switching To Plant-Based Meat To Control Diabetes
Plant-based meat options tend to be highly processed, which potentially alters their health-promoting properties.
Catching Up On Lost Sleep Doesn’t Help Sleep-Deprived Brains
Weekend lie-ins and a few early bedtimes can ease a busy work week, but don’t help with sleep deprivation.
Self-Medicating Orangutan Seen In Indonesia
Scientists have documented a Sumatran orangutan applying the sap of a pain-relieving plant to an open wound, suggesting a shared ancestral origin of human wound care practices.
Human Brains May Have Evolved To Innately Love Music
In a study, scientists in South Korea found that human brains develop a natural sensitivity to music, even before ever being exposed to it.
Women Get More Out Of Exercise Than Men Do
Researchers say that the study findings might encourage more women to start exercising.
Women Transforming Science
On this International Women’s Day, Asian Scientist Magazine speaks to six inspiring women in STEM who are leading their fields and have messages for younger women scientists in the region.
Study Shows Genetic Links To Academic Achievements in East Asians
Until now such studies have been limited to Western populations.
What Prevents Bystanders From Stopping Gender-Based Violence
Previous unsuccessful attempts in curbing violence is one of the main reasons dissuading bystanders, found the study.
How Scientists Are ‘Hyping’ Their Research Proposals
Study shows that researchers targeting National Institutes of Health grants are increasingly using promotional language in their applications. But what’s really driving this?