Di Li – Asian Scientist Magazine

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Scientists have designed an actuator that can form complex three-dimensional structures in response to differing levels of humidity.

Extracts of the traditional Chinese herb Rhizoma Acori tatarinowii have been shown to boost neurogenesis, at least in mice.

A DNA vaccine has been shown to effectively lower blood pressure in hypertensive mice, with effects lasting at least six months.

Researchers have overcome a major obstacle in wireless charging with a device that allows charging in any orientation.

Ten young researchers have been awarded the 2015 WFF PhD prize for their work on environment and sustainability issues.

GPS-enabled tracking collars have given scientists a sneak peak into the little known mating habits of koala bears.

A study in mice suggests that deep brain stimulation could be helpful in the treatment of dementia.

Deep frozen ice has been used as a template to optimize the electrical properties of polyaniline nanosheets.

A protein called Pizza has helped scientists to create a tiny 19-atom sized nanocrystal of cadmium chloride.