Rebecca Tan

ABOUT

Rebecca did her PhD at the National University of Singapore where she studied how macrophages integrate multiple signals from the toll-like receptor system. She was formerly the editor-in-chief of Asian Scientist Magazine.

Stories by Rebecca Tan


The State Of Regenerative Medicine 20 Years After ‘Earmouse’

It's been 20 years since the appearance of earmouse, how far has regenerative medicine come since then?

A Champion For Conservation

Professor Chou Loke Ming has been a tireless crusader for protecting Singapore's coral reefs and hopes that our waters will one day be clear again.

A Flash Of Brilliance: An Interview With Shuji Nakamura

Asian Scientist Magazine catches up with Nobel laureate Shuji Nakamura as he reflects on his own journey of discovery and where his company, Soraa, will be taking LEDs next.

Neglected No More

Dr. BT Slingsby, founder and CEO of the Global Health Innovative Technology (GHIT) fund, is passionate about using Japanese research knowhow to help tackle the most challenging public health issues of the day.

Editor’s Note – Oct 2015 Print Magazine

Don't miss our exclusive interview with Nobel laureate Professor Shuji Nakamura and special feature on science communication in the October 2015 print magazine!

Asia’s Rising Scientists: Lynette Cheah

Assistant Professor Lynette Cheah takes a data-driven approach to the challenges of urban mobility and sustainability.

Supplements: Too Much Of A “Good” Thing?

I don't want for us to take pills anymore, not that it's bad. We'll be stronger if we don't need them.

Sperm Grown On Mice Produce Live Monkeys

Six healthy monkeys have been born using sperm grown from testis tissue transplanted onto the backs of mice.

Laying A Sound Foundation

An accomplished composer, Professor Bernard Tan has also played a vital role in Singapore's pioneering space efforts via the Centre for Remote Imaging, Sensing and Processing.