IN THE LAB
Stem Cell Therapy Could Help Restore Vision
Researchers from Singapore and Sweden have developed a potentially viable stem cell therapy approach in preclinical models that can help replace lost photoreceptors.
Plants Scream When Stressed
A new study reveals that plants emit ultrasonic sounds when they are dehydrated. Next step is to understand how insects interact with these sounds.
Warming Climate May Endanger Asia’s Water Tower
Climate models predict that melting glaciers and snowpacks in High Mountain Asia will make one of the largest freshwater reserves unsustainable, threatening water security for Asia's rapidly growing population.
Scientists Identify Protein That Contributes To Fibrosis
VGLL3 protein causes fibrosis in various internal organs by overproducing collagen.
Telomere Length May Predict Depression In Older Adults
A study from South Korea reveals that the shortening of telomeres can be potentially used for early diagnosis of depression and cognitive impairment in healthy elderly individuals. But more studies are needed to confirm this.
AI Can Help Identify Diseases Early
Scientists in Singapore have developed a software that quickly and accurately predicts chemical modifications of RNA molecules which can then help understand their role in diseases such as cancer.
Sea Level Rise Drove Early Human Migration In Southeast Asia
Research shows that rising sea levels around 20,000 to 6,000 years ago along with population pressure forced the early inhabitants of Southeast Asia to migrate to South Asia.
Nap Your Way To Better Cognitive Performance
Research shows that an afternoon nap of 30 minutes is best but even 10 minutes can help improve attentiveness and mood.
Researchers Find A Gene To Regulate Leukemia
Pusan National University scientists have discovered that SURF4, a novel gene, can help regulate leukemia progression.
