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Immunotherapy Homes In On Multiple Myeloma

Scientists in Japan have identified a monoclonal antibody that can be used in CAR-T therapy against multiple myeloma.

A High Resolution Snapshot Of DNA Repair

Scientists in China have visualized the structure of a key DNA repair component at near-atomic resolution.

An Unusual Whey To Brew Alcoholic Beverages

Scientists in Singapore have turned tofu whey, which is often discarded, into a substrate for producing a tasty alcoholic beverage.

7 Must-Read Stories In November 2017

Outstanding scientists, ambitious biotech startups, modernized acupuncture and a video of CRISPR in action were the hottest topics of November 2017.

The Philippines Pauses Dengue Vaccine Program

New findings indicate that vaccination could lead to more severe disease in people who have never had a prior dengue infection.

High Temperatures Accelerate Dengue Virus Maturation

A team of researchers in China report that at periods of prolonged high temperatures favor the growth and spread of the dengue virus.

Six Researchers Awarded The 2017 Infosys Prize

Six scientists have been awarded the prestigious Infosys Prize 2017, each receiving US$100,000 for their excellence in research.

Kerry Sieh Elected As AAAS Fellow

Sieh, director of the Earth Observatory of Singapore, has been elected as an AAAS fellow for his contributions to paleoseismology and natural hazards research.

The Face Of Future Employment

As more elderly Singaporeans face the prospect of working well into their sixties, the gig economy may become an important avenue of employment.