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The Importance Of Being Efficient
Differences in efficiency explain why mergers can be beneficial, as well as why China imports so much waste, says SMU Assistant Professor Xu Jianhuan.
The Long Tail Of History
Political decisions made hundreds of years ago can have path-dependent, far-reaching consequences for the present, says SMU Professor Elvin Lim.
The Business Of Building A Better Blockchain
Blockchain protocols need to be scalable, faster and more secure before they can enter mainstream use, says NUS Assistant Professor and entrepreneur Prateek Saxena.
Blockchain And Energy—Power, Not Magic
Blockchain-based platforms could slash energy costs and accelerate the adoption of renewable energy; yet the nascent technology isn’t an instant formula for success.
Putting Cancer In The Crosshairs
Augmenting oncology with technology can help physicians make more informed decisions and drive better patient outcomes.
Asia’s Rising Scientists: Nguyen Thi Hiep
Dr. Nguyen Thị Hiep is on a mission to promote tissue engineering and regenerative medicine in her home country of Vietnam.
Turning Plastic Bottles Into Aerogels
Researchers have found a way to convert plastic waste into a material that can be modified to absorb oil and carbon dioxide.
How Cancer-Causing Viruses Evolved Alongside Humans
Genomic analyses reveal how cancer-causing human papillomaviruses evolved alongside our archaic ancestors.
Switching On Starch Production In Algae
Researchers have discovered a way to increase the amount of starch produced by red algae, with implications for the future of biofuel production.
