IN THE LAB
Tracking Cannabinoids Abuse
A research team from Singapore has developed a urine test to detect the abuse of synthetic cannabinoids in the country.
Drinking Coffee Might Reduce Diabetes Risk Post Pregnancy
More studies are needed to confirm whether coffee can benefit Asian women who had gestational diabetes.
Discovering Drugs Through Big Data
Wuhan University researchers develop FingerDTA: an algorithm to predict drug-target binding affinities.
High-Protein Diets Could Help Prevent Post-Diet Weight Regain
Researchers have discovered eating a high-protein diet after a restrictive diet could help prevent weight regain by supressing the presence of gut bacteria responsible for fat absorption.
COVID-19’s Shadow On Suicides
Researchers have found that COVID-19 pandemic led to an increase in suicide rates in Japan, particularly among young working women.
Bacteria Inside Nematodes Could Lead To Better TB Treatment
Researchers have extracted a chemical compound, evybactin, from bacteria living inside nematode, that successfully targets TB causing bacteria.
Boosting Efficiency Of Solar Cells
South Korean researchers improve the power conversion efficiency of solar cells using an unconventional water-treatment method.
Exercise During Pregnancy Boosts Babies’ Health
Moderate exercise before and during pregnancy promotes healthy fetal development through DNA methylation, researchers in Singapore find.
A Weather Website For Laotian Farmers
Partnering with the Laotian government, researchers have developed a weather website that helps farmers adapt to climate change and fight food insecurity.
