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The State Of Infectious Disease Control In Post-SARS China
China has improved its infection control measures in the aftermath of SARS, but common diseases still pose a problem.
Virulent Bird Flu Strain Threatens To Spill Out Of China
A new strain of the deadly bird flu virus with pandemic potential has resurfaced in China.
ChemChina’s Syngenta Acquisition Approved
China’s state-owned agrochemical company ChemChina has been cleared to acquire Syngenta, a Swiss agriculture research company.
A Sensitive And Dynamic Tactile Sensor
These transparent sensors can detect changes in pressure ranging from just the tap of a finger to the equivalent of a full human body weight.
How Lasting Memories Form In The Brain
The cells responsible for long-term memories are formed the prefrontal cortex during the initial experience and gradually strengthen over time.
Want To Report Dangerous Driving? There’s An App For That
A two-week field trial in Korea has shown that crowdsourced traffic violation reporting could be used to enhance road safety.
Wanda Group Invests US$10 Billion In Chengdu Healthcare Park
In partnership with the Chengdu Municipal Government, Wanda Group will invest US$10 billion to establish a healthcare industry park in Chengdu, China.
How Beneficial Gut Bacteria Thrive On Breastmilk
Different strains of beneficial gut bacteria have evolved independent mechanisms to make the most of the sugars found in breastmilk.
Why Progeria Patients Grow Old Before Their Time
A high-throughput screening study has identified a drug that could help slow down aging in patients with progeria.
