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Tohoku Launches Condensed Matter Nuclear Reaction Division
The Research Center for Electron Photon Science will conduct experiments with the aim of finding a theoretical explanation for cold fusion.
Tradeoffs Between Longevity & DNA Repair
Blocking homologous recombination at the telomeres can significantly extend the lifespan of yeast, study shows.
Finding A Place For Exotic Elements In The Periodic Table
The first accurate measurements of lawrencium's ionization potential throw up new questions on its position in the periodic table.
New Diagnostic Tool For Diabetes In Asia
Malaysia will officially adopt HbA1C as a diabetes diagnostic tool in late 2015 as a supplement to the existing blood glucose test.
Symmetry Makes You Switch Off
Symmetrical images could trick the brain into underestimating differences, study says.
Eisai To Use Genomics’ Tools For Drug Discovery
The collaboration between Eisai and Genomics will focus on using genomic analyses to improve the drug development pipeline.
Peking Hosts American Geophysical Union Delegation
Representatives discussed the possibility of inter-institutional collaborations during the AGU's first official visit to Peking University.
NASA Names Asteroid After Malala Yousafza
Malala Yousafza is not only the youngest person to win the Nobel Peace Prize but now also has an asteroid named in her honor.
Help! My Kid Is Obsessed!
If fungi is your kid's idea of fun, congratulations, you have a scientist-in-the-making! Our columnist Dora shares some tips on how to keep him or her engaged.
