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Umbrella-Shaped Nanodiamonds Shine Five Times Brighter

Umbrella-shaped, luminescent nanostructures may be useful in highly sensitive magnetic sensors or within the realm of quantum computing.

New Gene Involved In Sepsis Found

A large-scale forward genetic screen has identified Gasdermin-D as a key mediator of the lethal septic shock response to bacteria.

China & Singapore Strengthen Ties With Joint Research Institute

The four-party agreement will look into sustainable urban development, next-generation electric vehicles and intelligent urban transportation systems, among other research areas.

The Red Meat And Smoking Equivalency

Is eating processed meat really as dangerous as smoking? Our columnist, Annabel Tan, takes a closer look at the statement issued by WHO.

Kids Exposed To Secondhand Smoke More Likely To Get Tooth Decay

Being in a smoking household doubles a child's risk of developing dental caries, according to a study of almost 77,000 children in Japan.

High Carbon Conversion Efficiency Helps Palms Live In The Shade

Palms have evolved to have a high net carbon gain efficiency in response to shaded environments in the lower strata of the rainforest, scientists say.

Retroviral RNA Contributes To Liver Cancer

Researchers have discovered that wrongly activated non-coding RNA play a role in the development of liver cancer.

Protein Linking Diabetes & Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Found

Fetuin B, which is present in high levels in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease patients, impairs the action of insulin in the body.

World Record For Tiniest Snail Broken, Again

The newly discovered snail, Acmella nana, has edged out Angustopila dominikae as the world's tiniest snail.