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Singapore Joins Human Frontier Science Program

Singaporean scientists can now compete for grants, postdoctoral fellowships and career development awards under HFSP funding programs.

Amyloid Fibrils: The Link Between HIV & Alzheimer’s

Scientists have found that the protein fibrils which enhance the infective ability of HIV are toxic to neuronal cells even when disaggregated.

Luye Raises US$764 Million With Hong Kong IPO

Luye Pharma has raised US$764 million through an IPO on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong.

BGI’s Down Syndrome Test Gets CFDA Approval

In a reversal of a previous ruling banning clinical genetic testing, the CFDA has approved BGI's prenatal testing kits.

Exercise Is The Best Medicine

Postmenopausal women should do moderate to high intensity exercise five times a week to enjoy better physical and mental function, study says.

China, UK Commit US$20.5m To Plant & Microbial Research

The Chinese Academy of Sciences and the UK-based John Innes Center will establish a research center focused on agricultural technology and microbial genetics.

A*STAR & Roche Develop Cancer Killing Antibodies

Scientists have developed a new approach to cancer treatment: using antibodies which can target and directly kill cancer cells.

‘Liquid Biopsy’ Picks Up CTCs

Scientists have developed a non-invasive method to detect circulating tumor cells, opening up possibilities for personalized cancer treatments.

Nikhil Srivastava Awarded 2014 George Pólya Prize

Nikhil Srivastava has won this year's George Pólya Prize for solving a 50 year old mathematical problem.