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Mystery Kidney Disease Spreads In Sri Lanka

Scientists have been unable to determine the cause of a kidney disease which mainly affects farmers over 40.

Biostar Partners Shaanxi University Of Chinese Medicine

Biostar pharmaceuticals and Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine aim to develop oleanic acid into a liver cancer drug.

Singaporean Scientists: Haze Also Harms The Oceans

Although many people are rightly concerned about the effects of haze on the land and air quality, scientists say that its impact on the marine environment also deserves attention and intervention.

BASF Extends R&D Network In India

The new BASF research center will host more than 60 scientists working on areas such as organic synthesis and agricultural chemicals.

Neuroscience Research Institute Launched In Singapore

Intended to facilitate collaborations between researchers and clinicians, the institute will tackle neurological problems likely to face Singapore's aging population.

Birds Of A Feather Flock Left Or Right

Scientists find that budgies' inbuilt bias to the left or right, analogous to human handedness, helps them avoid mid-air collisions.

Scientists Provide A Crisp View Of ‘DNA Cutter’ Cas9

With an understanding of the detailed structure of Cas9, scientists hope to be able to design targeted gene-editing tools that can be used in humans and animals.

Lilly Expands Partnership With China’s Novast

Building on an earlier 2012 agreement, Lilly intends to invest US$60-70 million in Chinese generics manufacturer Novast.

BioLight Eyes Chinese Glaucoma Market, Raises US$5.5 Million

Israeli investment group BioLight has raised US$5.5 million and plans to move into the world's largest glaucoma market, China.