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The Defence Science Maverick
Professor Lui Pao Chuen, Singapore's ex-chief defence scientist, took one for the team, literally—he once got hit in the arm with shrapnel from an exploding bullet while testing equipment for the military.
The Electrifying Effect Of Astrocytes On Depression
The benefits of stimulating the brain with an electrical current to reduce depressive symptoms come from its effects on astrocytes, not neurons.
Probiotics Reduce Food Allergy Symptoms In Mice
A protein found in a common probiotic has been found to reduce the effects of egg allergy in mice, opening up possibilities for therapeutic applications.
Gene Linked To Autism Found
Researchers have identified that the PX-RICS gene is responsible for autism found in more than half of patients with Jacobsen syndrome.
Bringing The MIT Blueprint To Singapore’s R&D Startup Community
Dr. Howard Califano, director of the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology Innovation Centre, on what to expect from Singapore’s R&D startup sector over the next five years.
Huawei and WuXi AppTec Collaborate On Precision Medicine Cloud Platform
This strategic alliance will put a population genomics system on the cloud to support the delivery of China’s Precision Medicine Initiative.
This Gene Helps Plants “Breathe” At Night
In plants, the AOR gene protects against toxic byproducts of nighttime respiration—and could be used to help plants grow in stressful environments.
Turning Gut Bacteria Into Bioplastic Factories
E. coli, a common gut bacteria, can be engineered to produce biodegradable polymers for use in surgical sutures, among other applications.
Calorie Counting In Roundworms Increases Lifespan
This study adds to the growing body of research into dietary restriction as a powerful natural means for longevity.
