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
Experiments In Science Journalism
Science journalism is under pressure, but just like in science itself, the solution(s) are experimental.
Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Professor Kazutoshi Mori
In this edition of Asia's Scientific Trailblazers, we feature Professor Kazutoshi Mori, who won the 2014 Lasker Prize for his work on the unfolded protein response.
Dengue Day 2015: Interview With Professor Tikki Pang
From the perspective of a policymaker, implementation and operational research on dengue is far more urgent than basic research, says Professor Tikki Pang.
Dengue Day 2015: Interview With Dr. Joselito Sta. Ana
Sanofi Pasteur is currently the frontrunner in the dengue vaccine race. Joselito Sta. Ana, senior director of Sanofi Pasteur Asia Pacific gives us an update on their plans in Asia.
The Secrets of Traditional Asian Beauty
We take a look at ancient natural beauty remedies that Asian women have been using for centuries.
Majority Of South Korean MERS Cases Hospital Acquired
While MERS does not appear to be spreading outside of hospitals in South Korea, quarantine measures have not been well enforced.
Squid Beak Hardness Guided By Gradients
How squid control the hardness of their beaks be used to guide the development of greener biomimetic materials.
How Mantis Shrimps Punch Above Their Weight
A detailed understanding of the properties that give mantis shrimp super-strong dactyl clubs could inform the design of bullet-proof materials and long-lasting hip implants.