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Speak Math, Not Code
Writing algorithms in mathematics rather than code is not only more elegant but also more efficient, says 2013 Turing Award winner Leslie Lamport.
The GDP Fudge: China Edition
By linking GDP growth to promotions, the Chinese government has inadvertently created incentives for provincial officials to report inaccurate financial data, a study says.
Igniting Innovation—Bernard Loke Of BioLogic Technik
Cultivating a culture of open innovation has helped biomechanics company BioLogic Technik create useful technologies for Singapore’s rapidly aging population.
Carving A Niche—An Interview With Dr Alfred Tan Of The Hong Kong Baptist University
Through its competitive funding schemes and professional support, the Hong Kong Baptist University's Knowledge Transfer Office spurs open innovation in China’s Greater Bay Area.
Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Marcelo Ang
One of Singapore’s robotics pioneers, Professor Marcelo Ang Jr’s research promises to take driverless cars and personal robotic assistants outside the realm of imagination and into the mainstream.
Packaged For Sustainability (VIDEO)
Mr Ng Pei Kang, founder of sustainable packaging solutions firm TRIA, has developed a compostable material that can be used in place of plastic food packaging.
Risky Business In Breast Cancer Diagnosis (VIDEO)
By analyzing the collective impact of common gene variants associated with breast cancer, Dr. Li Jingmei seeks to detect the disease early and save lives.
Nuts & Bolts—Hot Off The (3D) Printing Press
Though 3D printing has been around for a while, it’s still regarded by many as a niche technology. These three TechOffers promise to finally bring 3D printing into the mainstream.
Reshaping Business And Society With AI
At TechInnovation 2019, experts and industry leaders discussed the issues of capability, trust and business value in the use of artificial intelligence.
