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Atsushi Miyawaki Awarded 2020 Keio Medical Science Prize

Atsushi Miyawaki was co-awarded the 25th Keio Medical Science Prize for developing bioimaging technology that allows researchers to observe the cell’s most intricate details.

Sensing COVID-19 In Just 30 Minutes

A test designed by scientists from South Korea can detect SARS-CoV-2 and other harmful microorganisms in about 30 minutes.

Small Molecules Give Vaccines A Big Boost

Small molecule libraries represent a promising source of new vaccine-boosting ingredients, scientists find.

Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Vivian Yam

By harnessing the unique properties of photoactive materials, Professor Vivian Yam hopes to develop processes that would utilize energy in a cheaper and more efficient manner.

Revealing The True Scale Of The Reptile Trade

Nearly 40 percent of all known reptile species are being traded illegally, researchers find.

Helping Businesses Take A Digital Leap (VIDEO)

Assistant Chief Executive Jane Lim of the Infocomm Media Development Authority provides businesses in Singapore with the tools needed to kickstart their digital journeys.

Nuts & Bolts—Keeping Cool And Clean Efficiently

The Internet of Things, phase change materials and odorless microorganisms can all come together to help us breathe easier while lowering the cost of clean air.

Breathing New Life Into Old Antibiotics

Scientists in Japan have identified safer alternatives to an 80-year old antibiotic by rapidly generating and screening thousands of the drug’s structural variants.

The Electrifying Effect Of Bending Diamonds

Bending diamond nanoneedles close to their breaking point makes them behave like metals and conduct electricity.