Yu Min – Asian Scientist Magazine

These Diamonds Don’t Just Sparkle, They Fluoresce!

By introducing germanium to the diamond crystal lattice, scientists have succeeded in producing single photons in a narrow, high energy wavelength band.

In the Lab

Two Genes Linked To Schizophrenia

Double mutations in BDNF and dysbindin-1 have been associated with an increased risk of schizophrenia.

In the Lab

‘Living Fossil’ Evolves Faster Than Previously Thought

The genome of the brachiopod Lingula anatina sheds light on how different branches of the animal kingdom converted sort tissue to hard structures.

Health

Sedentary Behavior Linked To Fatty Liver Disease

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease joins the growing list of problems associated with sitting down for too long.

Water Researchers Recognized At 2015 PSTA

PUB Chairman Mr. Tan Gee Paw and membrane technology research Professor Neal Chung have been recognized at the 2015 President’s Science and Technology Awards.

Academia

Prof. Dim-Lee Kwong Of A*STAR Wins Singapore’s Top Research Honors

Professor Dim-Lee Kwong of A*STAR's Institute of Microelectronics has received Singapore's highest science honors for his contributions to the country's R&D landscape.

In the Lab

Supermassive Blackhole Found Hidden In Nearest Galaxy

Physicists find evidence for the long-speculated supermassive binary blackhole in Markarian 231 galaxy, advancing our understanding in the formation of galaxies.

In the Lab

Essential Amino Acids As Antioxidants

Besides being building blocks of proteins and neurotransmitters, glutamate and aspartate can also act as antioxidants.

In the Lab

Using Kangaroo Cartilage To Model Human Joints

Tests on kangaroo shoulder joints reveal how shoulder and knee cartilages behave differently, informing the design of joint replacements.

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