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Widespread Changes In The Epigenome During Brain Development

Comprehensive mapping of the brain epigenome has uncovered large-scale changes that take place during the formation of brain circuitry.

OPINION: New Dynamism In Cultural, Intellectual Influences In The Asian Century

The cultural and intellectual aspects of the Asian century has been largely neglected, writes Jiemian Yang, President of the Shanghai Institutes for International Studies.

10 Genetic Variants Linked To Increased Risk Of Allergies

An international team of scientists has identified 10 genetic variants that increase a person’s risk of having allergies.

Nolato Medical Expands Beijing Production Facility

Swedish polymer manufacturer Nolato is expanding its production facility in Beijing with an additional 2,200 square meters of clean room facility.

Q&A: How To Cope With Diabetes During Ramadan

The Joslin Diabetes Center has provided a health advisory to answer some of the most common questions regarding fasting and diabetes during the holy month of Ramadan.

Scientists Uncover How MERS Coronavirus Attaches To Cells

Scientists have uncovered the structure of a key portion of the MERS coronavirus, revealing how it attaches itself to cells in the human body.

Nature-Inspired Catalyst Outperforms Platinum

Korean researchers have developed a novel bio-inspired composite electrocatalyst that outperforms state-of-the-art platinum catalysts.

Genetic Variant That Increases Lymphoma Risk In Chinese Discovered

A team of researchers has uncovered a gene variant that increases the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma in ethnic Chinese.

Scientific Evidence: What Is It And How Can We Trust It?

When presented with evidence, can you read the science behind it? Manu Saunders discusses what constitutes "scientific evidence".