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Buffalo Genome Decoded
Bangladeshi and Chinese scientists have jointly sequenced the buffalo genome, raising hopes of using the genetic information to improve milk and meat production.
13 Million Smoking Deaths In China Could Be Prevented By 2050, Study
Almost 13 million smoking deaths could be prevented in China by 2050 if WHO guidelines were implemented, according to projections from the China SimSmoke simulation model.
Twins Provide Clues For Fighting Cancer
Researchers who analyzed the genomes of a pair of twins have identified a novel drug target for treating recurring and deadly malignancies.
Sagent Launches Research Center In China
Sagent Pharmaceuticals has launched a National Research Center in Chengdu focusing on processes and methods for specialty injectables.
Do Falling Stock Prices Drive People Crazy?
Falling stock prices lead to increased hospitalizations for mental disorders, according to a new study in Taiwan.
ASLAN Pharmaceuticals Opens Taiwan Office
Biotech company ASLAN Pharmaceuticals Pte Ltd, which is headquartered in Singapore, has opened a new office in Taipei, Taiwan.
Manga Helps To Promote Healthy Eating
A pilot study has found that exposure to Manga (Japanese comics) promoting fruit intake may encourage youths to consume healthy snacks.
S’pore And Korea Institutes To Collaborate In Glycomics Research
Three research institutes in Singapore and Korea have signed memorandums of understanding (MoUs) to collaborate in glycomics research.
S’pore To Study Loss Of Immunity In Elderly
A collaborative effort in Singapore will start a Phase IV clinical trial to understand age-related loss of immunity in the elderly.
