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A Glimpse Into The Future Of Farming
As sensor technology and genetic tools converge, even cities now become hubs of agricultural activity.
Have You Seen The Future Of Medicine?
Tiny sensors, wearable health trackers and health data analysis platforms were among the technologies featured at TechInnovation 2018.
An Appetite For Innovation
Consumers are demanding healthier food and becoming more aware of food waste. Food technology companies are innovating to rise to these challenges.
Growing Skin Grafts Without Animal Contamination
Scientists have developed a human protein matrix to culture skin cells, removing the need for animal-derived components used in existing culture systems.
7 Must-Read Stories In October 2018
October was Nobel season—check out our stories on Physiology or Medicine laureates Professor Tasuku Honjo (2018) and Sir Richard J. Roberts (1993).
Different Shades Of Blue: A Closer Look At Depression
Researchers have identified three subtypes of depression, including one that is unresponsive to commonly prescribed anti-depression drugs.
Informing The Search For Superconducting Materials
Scientists in Japan have used data science methodologies to discover and develop superconducting materials.
HKU President Awarded The Eringen Medal
Professor Zhang Xiang was recognized for his contributions to micro- and nanoscale engineering, which has applications in microelectronics and photonics.
Targeting The Achilles’ Heel Of Zika Virus
Singapore-based scientists have engineered a peptide that can rupture the Zika virus membrane and pass through the blood-brain barrier, making it a potential therapeutic against the disease.
