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How China Can Continue To Lower Its Suicide Rate

Although China's suicide rate has fallen dramatically, measures must be taken to maintain the downward trend, writes Paul Yip.

Chinese Chemist Elected To Science Council

Representatives from more than 140 countries have elected Chinese chemist Li Jinghai as vice-president of the International Council for Science.

Selectively Filtering Out Carbon Dioxide

Scientists have developed a membrane that selects for carbon dioxide while allowing air to pass through 100 times faster than existing polymers.

Wound Healing, The Salamander Way

A peptide isolated from the skin of salamanders could help mimic the rapid wound healing seen in lower animals.

Global Map To Aid Road Building

A new study shows where on Earth roads should and shouldn't be built.

Charge In Two Minutes, Use 6,000 Times

Scientists have developed a nanotube-based battery that can be charged for 6,000 cycles, extending its lifetime to twenty years.

Memory Research Aided By Technique For Tracking Protein Age

The ability to track how old a protein is could lead to a better understanding of processes such as learning and memory.

Spotting Objects In Space With Raven

Astronomers have developed an instrument to enhance space images from telescopes.

Luye Acquires Jialin for US$600 Million

Luye Pharma strengthens its position in China's cardiovascular drug market with the US$600 million acquisition of Beijing Jialin Pharmaceutical.