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The Great Gene Rush

Forget gold, companies are now trying to make money from a rich new source—the human genome. But is this good or bad for research innovation? Zaria Gorvett discusses.

Editor’s Note – January 2015 Print Magazine

Our January 2015 print edition starts the year off with a bang, looking at the latest developments in biotechnology.

Asia: The Place To Be For Science

Meet and mingle with the world's best scientists and attend top ranked universities—all right here in Asia.

7 Steps To Starting A Biotech Company

So you want to start a biotech company? Here are some tips to get you started!

China On The Move: Impact On Urban Heat

The movement of people out of Harbin City for Chinese New Year causes the temperature to drop by an average of 0.65°C, research shows.

Repulsive Hydrogels Could Cut Friction

By tapping on repulsive rather than the usual attractive forces, materials scientists have created a hydrogel with unusual properties.

Phablets For Farmers

The inexpensive GreenPHABLET has been designed to support smallholder farmers with personalized advice and real-time alerts.

Neonatal HBV Vaccination Reduces Liver Cancer Risk

A follow-up study spanning 30 years shows that vaccinating babies against HBV reduces their risk of liver disease in adulthood.

India To Rid Science Of Red Tape

India's prime minister Narendra Modi has highlighted bureaucratic reforms as a means to restore science to a place of pride.