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White Dwarf Star Sheds Light On The Alpha Constant

Researchers have studied a distant white dwarf star to test their controversial theory that one of the constants of Nature is not a constant.

Researchers Detect Flashes Of Light In Deep Space

CSIRO's Parkes radio telescope has detected brief flashes of radio emission from the distant Universe. Their origin is unknown.

Air Pollution May Shorten Lives By Years, Study

A new study, based on long-term data collected in China, has estimated the extent to which air pollution may shorten human lives.

New Insights From Tracking Dengue Incidence In Thailand

Researchers tracking the incidence of dengue fever in Thailand over a period of almost 40 years have uncovered new insights about the disease.

Widespread Changes In The Epigenome During Brain Development

Comprehensive mapping of the brain epigenome has uncovered large-scale changes that take place during the formation of brain circuitry.

OPINION: New Dynamism In Cultural, Intellectual Influences In The Asian Century

The cultural and intellectual aspects of the Asian century has been largely neglected, writes Jiemian Yang, President of the Shanghai Institutes for International Studies.

10 Genetic Variants Linked To Increased Risk Of Allergies

An international team of scientists has identified 10 genetic variants that increase a person’s risk of having allergies.

Nolato Medical Expands Beijing Production Facility

Swedish polymer manufacturer Nolato is expanding its production facility in Beijing with an additional 2,200 square meters of clean room facility.

Q&A: How To Cope With Diabetes During Ramadan

The Joslin Diabetes Center has provided a health advisory to answer some of the most common questions regarding fasting and diabetes during the holy month of Ramadan.