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Flies Wreak Havoc On Japan’s Endangered Orchids

Scientists in Japan have demonstrated that endangered orchid species in the country are being threatened by seed-eating flies.

Raising Awareness Of Microplastics In The Ocean

Marine biologists Professor Chou Loke Ming and Dr. Neo Mei Lin discussed the topic of microplastics pollution in the oceans with members of the public.

Lee Sang Yup Wins 2018 Eni Award

Lee was recognized for his work in metabolic engineering, which has resulted in the sustainable development of chemical products, fuels and non-food biomass materials.

Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Nguyen Thanh Liem

Nguyen Thanh Liem leads the Vinmec Research Institute of Stem Cell and Gene Technology in pioneering stem cell-based therapy for cerebral palsy and autism.

Helping Research Cross The Last Mile

Research isn’t finished until it is communicated. Here's how to ace a science presentation.

HKU Confers Two Professors With Honorary University Fellowships

Professors in geotechnical engineering and orthopedic surgery were conferred Honorary University Fellowships by the University of Hong Kong.

Japan’s MINERVA-II1 Robot Rovers Land On Asteroid Ryugu

The pair of rovers will hop around the surface of asteroid Ryugu and send back images and temperature readings of the asteroid to Earth.

Virus Infection Makes Ants Switch From Savory To Sweet Food

An international team of researchers has found that fire ants infected by a virus have altered food preferences and may forage less, with implications for pest control measures.

Fiber Optics Pioneer Charles Kao Dies At 84 (In Memoriam)

Professor Charles Kao pioneered the development of optic fiber technology for which he was awarded the 2009 Nobel Prize in Physics.