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Low Vitamin D May Raise Risk Of Death In Older Men

Researchers in Thailand reported that vitamin D insufficiency was associated with a 77 percent higher mortality risk among older Thai Men.

US FDA Approves Anti-Epileptic Drug For Kids

Fycompa is now cleared for use in patients four years of age and older with partial-onset seizures.

Deforestation And Hunting Driving Bird Extinction

The combined threats of deforestation and wildlife trade are pushing Southeast Asia bird species to extinction, scientists say.

Climate Change Could Double China’s Drought Losses

Preventing global warming from exceeding 1.5°C would save China tens of billions of dollars, researchers say.

Looking Before You Quantum Leap

Although qubit-crunching machines are still some years away from widespread use, industry players are already planning ahead for the era of quantum computing.

The Perception Gap Of Childhood Obesity In China

A nationwide survey indicates a mismatch between the rise of obesity in China and children’s perception of being fat.

Scientists Say Tuberculosis Care Is Lacking In India

Tuberculosis care in India, where approximately 40 percent of the population is infected, is highly variable and often of poor quality, researchers say.

Asia’s Rising Scientists: Yukiko Ogawa

Get to know Dr. Yukiko Ogawa and the story behind how she helps improve fields like medicine and transport, one smart material at a time.

Robots Team Up To 3D Print In Concrete

A research group in Singapore has developed a method to 3D print in concrete using robotic arms.