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Low Risk Of Coronavirus Transmission By Tears: Study
A small clinical study conducted in Singapore has indicated that the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus may not be readily transmissible in tears.
Biolidics To Launch Rapid Test Kit For COVID-19
According to the Singapore-based medtech company, the kit can be used to detect COVID-19 from serum, plasma or blood samples with an accuracy of more than 95 percent in 10 minutes.
A Fishy Solution To Sustainable Wearable Tech
Films derived from fish scales could represent a promising alternative for more sustainable flexible electronics, including wearables and folding displays.
Heeding The Call For COVID-19 Testing (VIDEO)
As calls for widespread COVID-19 testing increase in urgency, Singapore-based MiRXES is stepping up to the challenge, says its CEO Dr. Zhou Lihan.
Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Pham Hoang Hiep
Famed for being Vietnam’s youngest full professor to date, Professor Phạm Hoang Hiep is taking local mathematics research to greater heights.
Keeping Healthcare Workers Safe From COVID-19
Good practices like handwashing and the consistent use of personal protective equipment can protect healthcare workers from COVID-19, a study in Hong Kong shows.
Singapore’s Supercomputers To Support COVID-19 Research
Scientists based in Singapore can now tap into the country’s supercomputing resources for COVID-19-related projects under a special call for projects launched this week.
From Poop To Personalized Medicine (VIDEO)
Dr. Jeremy Lim is building an Asian microbiome library that could facilitate the discovery of novel therapies for conditions ranging from irritable bowel syndrome to dementia.
New Center To Harness Nature In Climate Change Fight
Researchers at the new research center will also help inform policies to mitigate climate change in Singapore and across the Asia Pacific region.
