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Tweaking Nanomaterials With Lasers

Scientists demonstrate that simple, low-cost lasers can be used to modify nanomaterials, thereby enhancing their functionality.

Unexpected Functions For Alternatively Spliced Proteins

The discovery that a well-studied protein exists in 250 alternatively spliced variants prompts a re-think of protein complexity.

China & Pakistan Sign Research MoU

China's IMHE and the University of the Punjab will collaborate on research projects, scientific training and joint meetings.

China Cord Blood Corporation & Cordlife Team Up

By sharing their cord blood databases, CCBC and Cordlife hope to increase the likelihood of matching donors to recipients.

Killing Tissue-Deep Tumors With Light

Scientists have developed gold nanoparticles that can be used to kill tumors buried deep within tissue.

Doping Graphene For Better Batteries

A new method to synthesize sulfur and nitrogen doped graphene could lead to cheaper and more powerful fuel cells and batteries.

Gene Associated With Alzheimer’s Risk Found

PLXNA4 plays a role in Alzheimer's by promoting the formation of tau protein tangles, scientists say.

Modulating Plaque Production Without Side Effects

Modulating rather than completely blocking the activity of the enzyme γ-secretase could lead to better Alzheimer's drugs, scientists say.

US$160 Million For A*STAR & Industry Joint Semiconductor Labs

The public-private partnership between A*STAR and their industry partners is expected to drive innovative solutions for complex microchip manufacturing.