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Boosting The Body’s Malaria-Fighting Capabilities

Researchers have identified a molecular pathway that makes natural killer cells more effective at eliminating the malaria parasite.

Self-Regenerating Catalysts Help Fuel Cells Go The Distance

This highly efficient and self-regenerating catalyst could help make solid oxide fuel cells more practical.

Hydrogen Bonds Help Gels Heal Themselves

Scientists in Japan have developed an ion gel that relies on hydrogen bonding to heal itself rapidly at room temperature.

Perovskite Capable Of Efficient Light-To-Electricity Conversion

Scientists have found that perovskites exhibit the carrier multiplication effect which allows them to turn light into electrical energy efficiently.

World’s First Mice Born To Same-Sex Parents

Chinese scientists have created mouse pups with same-sex parents using haploid embryonic stem cells and gene editing.

Why Chinese Mums Opt For Cesareans

Antagonistic relations with healthcare providers and fear of pain are reasons for the preference for cesarean delivery among women in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.

Blockchain’s Big Innovation: Trust

Blockchain boils down to establishing trust among disparate parties, our blockchain newbie learned at SGInnovate’s Blockchain Research and Industry Introduction Workshop.

Getting The Most Out Of Data

Relying on ‘greedy’ algorithms may net short-term gains but investing in machine learning and decision optimization will boost a company’s efficiency over the long haul, said IBM experts.

Public Trust In Vaccines Plummets After Dengvaxia Controversy

Confidence in vaccine safety and efficacy have declined precipitously following the Dengvaxia scandal in 2017.