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Drinking Soju Daily May Reduce Stroke Risk

Research shows that a few shots of soju a day can significantly lower the risk of stroke in both men and women.

Enough Oxygen 800 Million Years Before Animals

The first animals appeared on Earth only 800 million years after there was enough oxygen to support them, researchers say.

Eating Lychees Can Be Fatal For Malnourished Children

A toxic chemical in the fruit of the Asian lychee tree is responsible for outbreaks of a fatal brain sickness in children in India.

Delaying Aging With Nanoparticles In Food

A study in flies suggests that iron oxide nanoparticles in food could potentially enhance lifespan by reducing oxidative stress.

ASLAN Closes Series C Financing Round Of US$43 Million

The additional investment of US$9 million will enable ASLAN to develop its licensing agreement for the rheumatoid arthritis drug LAS186323.

Exotic ‘Four Neutron-No Proton’ Particle Confirmed

For the first time, researchers have confirmed the existence of a unique particle made up of four neutrons and no protons—the tetraneutron.

RIE2020: What You Need To Know About Singapore’s Blockbuster $19b R&D Budget

Here's five things you need to know about Singapore's S$19 billion five-year research budget.

Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Kosuke Morita

We speak to Dr. Kosuke Morita of RIKEN about his team's jubilation on the discovery of element 113.

The Plurality Of Paths Post-PhD

Wondering where your PhD will take you? Take it from us, nothing is set in stone.