TOP NEWS
The Philippines To Launch Its First Microsatellite
DIWATA-1, which was built by Filipino engineers working in collaboration with Japanese universities, is slated for launch in early 2016.
7 Must-Read Stories In February 2016
From microscopic tetraneutrons to mammoth supernovas, here are the most popular reads from the last month.
President Of RIKEN Inducted Into French Legion Of Honour
Professor Hiroshi Matsumoto has been awarded the rank of Chevalier in the French Legion of Honour for his contributions to scientific exchange between Japan and France.
Materials Scientist Awarded 2016 Japan Prize
Professor Hideo Hosono, who developed transistors for energy-saving LCD displays, has been recognized for his groundbreaking work with the 2016 Japan Prize.
India’s Own Gravitational Wave Observatory Gets The Green Light
The Indian cabinet has approved the construction of the country's own laser interferometer gravitational-wave observatory for cosmology research.
Rhino, Tiger & Snow Leopard DNA Found In Traditional Chinese Medicines
The discovery of snow leopard DNA in over the counter Chinese treatments highlights the need to scrutinize the use of animal products in medicines.
GenomeAsia 100K To Sequence 100,000 Asian Genomes
GenomeAsia 100K, a non-profit consortium, aims to generate genomic information for Asian populations and promote genetic understanding.
Indonesian & Nepali Among Elsevier Foundation Award Winners
In recognition of their life-enhancing work, five researchers were honored at the Elsevier Foundation Awards for Early Career Women Scientists in the Developing World.
Third Singaporean Elected To AIMBE College Of Fellows
Professor Lim Chwee Teck was unanimously elected to the Fellowship in recognition of his exceptional research efforts in mechanobiology.
