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Quantum Dots Make Bright, White LEDs

Using silicon quantum dots, scientists have developed a simple way to fabricate white-blue LEDs with high current and optical power densities.

GIS & Pryobett To Develop Pyrosequencing For Clinical Diagnostics

The novel pyrosequencing platform can perform real-time sequencing for quicker medical decision-making.

Thailand Reports First MERS Case

Thailand's first MERS patient is believed to have brought in the disease from Oman and not South Korea.

Tweaking Circadian Rhythms With Small Molecule Drugs

Synthetic chemistry has enabled researchers to develop small molecule drugs which target regulators of the circadian cycle.

Accurately Measuring Plasma With Interference

Researchers have developed a method to precisely measure the electron density of plasma even at atmospheric pressure.

Surprise Split In Population Of Monkey Malaria Parasite

Monkey malaria is on the rise in Malaysia, possibly driven by two divergent strains of the mosquito-borne parasite.

Fast Evolving Flu Viruses Spread More Among Adults

Scientists have shown how both human behavior and virus biology affect which strains of influenza are in circulation.

David Townsend Receives 2015 Aebersold Award

Professor Townsend, director of the A*STAR-NUS Clinical Imaging Research Center, has been recognized for his role in developing PET scanners.

Test Scores And Dumplings

Yes, kids from dumpling-eating countries seem to do extraordinarily well on math and science tests, but at what cost?