The Asian Scientist 100
Hei Ming Lai
Institution
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Country
Hong Kong
Field
Biomedical Sciences
Lai won the 2024 Croucher Tak Wah Mak Innovation Award for leading research in creating a 3D spatial multi-omics platform for clinical diagnostics and spatial biology research.
(Photo: The Chinese University of Hong Kong)
AWARDS
- 2024 Croucher Tak Wah Mak Innovation Award
Related articles
Two Ant Species Named After Game of Thrones Dragons (VIDEO)
Brace yourself, dragon ants are coming! Researchers have discovered ant species with dragon-like spines reminiscent of the mythical beasts in Game of Thrones.
The Seesaw Of Supply And Demand
SMU Assistant Professor Pradeep Varakantham takes on complex urban challenges by dynamically and continuously matching supply with demand.
Dengue Risk Could Decrease In Warmer Climates: Study
Contrary to current belief, researchers predict that the risk of dengue could in fact go down in a warmer climate.
Ten Trillionths Of Your Suntan Comes From Beyond Our Galaxy
At the beach, your body is bombarded by about sextillion photons of light per second, but don’t worry, you will have to bask in it for trillions of years before it causes any long-lasting damage.
Goblin Sharks Clamp Down On Prey Using ‘Slingshot’ Jaw
By analyzing rare video footage, Japanese researchers have found that goblin sharks project their distinct, protruding jaws forward at incredible speeds to bite prey.
Gamers, Rejoice: Online Gaming Can Boost School Scores
Video games sharpen maths, science and reading skills among 15-year-olds, but too much social media use reduces test results, a study in Australia has found.
Unveiling Informal Business Networks
Research by SMU Associate Professor Zang Yoonseok is uncovering the implications of informal business networks between top executives and their independent auditors.
The Antibiotic Resistance Movement
It's the end of the modern antibiotic era. Is this an Independence Day-type situation, or can we still undo the damage that's been done?
Leading My Kid Through Difficult Conversations
With terrorism reports looming large on the news almost every other day, how can you best explain such acts of violence to your young child?