Shai Panela
ABOUT
Shai Panela is an award-winning freelance science journalist based in the Philippines. She was part of the Asian Science Journalism fellowship program of the World Federation of Science Journalists in 2013 and covers stories in science, health, technology and the environment.
Stories by Shai Panela
10 Scientists Behind South Korea’s R&D Dominance
A global leader in research, development and innovation, South Korea is home to these 10 award-winning scientists who are pushing the frontiers of science.
10 Award-Winning Scientists From Japan To Watch
From biomedicine to particle physics, these ten award-winning scientists from Japan are making an impact across the globe with their discoveries.
Asian CubeSats Off To Space
Bhutan, Malaysia and the Philippines have successfully launched their cube satellites into space.
Philippines Enacts Law To Reverse Brain Drain
The Philippines has enacted a law to encourage Filipino scientists based overseas to return to the Philippines and carry out research in their home country.
Filipino Marine Scientist Receives L’Oréal-UNESCO Fellowship Grant
Dr. Charissa Marcaida Ferrera, who studies the impact of nitrogen and phosphorous contamination on water bodies, received the equivalent of US$7,600 to support her research.
Philippine Senator Moves To Commend Scientists On 2018 AS100 List
Senator Leila de Lima is asking the Philippine senate to give due distinction and support to Filipino academicians, scientists, researchers and inventors.
10 Chinese Scientists Who Are Pushing The Envelope
Here are ten scientists contributing to China’s growing reputation as a global research powerhouse.
Asia’s Rising Scientists: Nathaniel Hermosa II
For optics and photonics researcher Nathaniel Hermosa, light is a tool that can be manipulated to uncover the secrets of the universe.
Putting His Insignia On The Southeast Asian Tech Startup Scene
An exclusive interview with Tan Yinglan, founding managing partner of Insignia Ventures Partners and ex-Sequoia venture capitalist, on closing his most recent US$120 million funding round.