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Morphing Crystals Into Nanocages

Using pre-existing crystal as molds, researchers have made nanocrystals morph into nanocages which can be used for drug delivery and solar panels.

For Wildlife Sanctuaries, A Little Goes A Long Way

Micro-sanctuaries can help animals survive, particularly when located close to human-dominated landscapes.

Small Molecule Drug Could Prevent Kidney Fibrosis

ETC159, currently in phase I trials for colorectal, ovarian and pancreatic cancers, could also be used to treat liver fibrosis.

Celebrating Excellence in Asia With The Asian Scientist 100

These rising stars and veterans hail from diverse sectors in industry and academia, but they all share in one common mission—to make tomorrow a better place for you and me.

Why Does IVF Produce More Baby Boys?

Though largely safe and well accepted, the IVF procedure causes defects in X chromosome inactivation which result in fewer girls being born.

Graphene Patch Monitors Sugar Levels In Sweat

This non-invasive device not only takes continuous glucose measurements but can also automatically deliver drugs if the glucose levels are too high.

Promising Dengue Vaccine Faces Final Test

The TV003 vaccine, which researchers believe will protect against all four strains of dengue, is set to complete a phase III trial by 2018.

The Mystery Of Infrared Background Light From Space, Solved

Researchers have finally figured out where the Universe's background infrared radiation comes from: extremely faint galaxies with very small amounts of dust.

Predicting (And Preventing) Epidemics Before They Happen

Identifying biological factors that predict which viruses are most likely to spread among humans could help prevent and contain outbreaks.