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Uncovering The Contradictions Of Capitalism
Capitalism is neither liberal nor authoritarian but a contradictory unity of both, says SMU Assistant Professor Ulas Ince.
When Beliefs Cross Borders
The international movement of religions and people impacts identities, communities and societal integration, said speakers at the East Asian Society for the Scientific Study of Religion’s inaugural conference.
A Search For The Invisible East
The unique nature and complexity of East Asia’s religions merits the adoption of a new concept—the Global East, said scholars at the inaugural East Asian Society for the Scientific Study of Religion conference.
Supercharging Algae’s Ability To Produce Biofuels
Scientists in Japan have identified an enzyme in red algae that could help improve biofuel production.
Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Malik Peiris
Inspired by French microbiologist Louis Pasteur, Professor Malik Peiris decided to specialize in virology, which led him to play a critical role in the identification and characterisation of the SARS coronavirus.
A Flexible Device To Monitor Heart Health
Scientists in South Korea have developed an elastic, conductive mesh that can be used to monitor electrophysiological signals as well as deliver thermal and electrical stimulations.
HKU And Microsoft Team Up For AI Research
The partnership grants HKU researchers and students access to Microsoft’s AI platforms and will further research in healthcare, fintech and smart city applications.
Schizophrenia And Parkinson’s Disease Share Common Mechanism
Using mice bearing a specific chromosomal deletion, researchers have found that schizophrenia and early-onset Parkinson’s disease may share a common underlying pathway.
Turning Carbon Dioxide Into Hydrocarbon Fuels
Scientists in South Korea have developed photocatalysts that allow carbon dioxide to be converted into usable fuel using just sunlight.
