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Of Epidemics And The End Of The World

Sure, pandemics can be scary and shouldn't be taken too lightly. But don't let Hollywood-style hysteria take over either.

Lingzhi Tweaks Gut Bacteria To Fight Obesity In Mice

The medicinal mushroom Lingzhi has been shown to help mice on a high fat diet lose weight.

Monstrous Galaxy At Edge of The Universe Detailed

Scientists have worked out how to use gravity as a lens, bringing a huge galaxy at the edge of the universe into focus.

Hunting For The Structural Origins Of Supercooled Liquids

Despite its current popularity, the point-to-set measurement of static correlation may not be sufficient to explain the mechanics of supercooling, scientists say.

Recreating Brain Connectivity In A Dish

Scientists are one step closer to reconstructing the social network of different types of brain cells, thanks to multi-electrode arrays.

10 Asian Biotech Innovations To Watch In 2015

Check out these Asian biotech innovations that might soon be reaching a market near you!

From Field To Fork

Science and technology play an important role in ensuring food security in Asia, says Professor Paul Teng, senior fellow at the Center for Non-Traditional Security Studies in Singapore.

Amyloid Fibrils Help To Stabilize Enzymes In Gels

Researchers have exploited the self-assembly properties of amyloid fibrils to make enzymatically-active microgels.

2015 Winners Of The Bernd T. Matthias Prize Announced

Two Chinese scientists have been named winners of the 2015 Bernd T. Matthias Prize for Superconducting Materials.