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IBS Names Three New Research Directors

Serjeg Flach, Myung Kyungjae and Cho Minhaeng have been selected as research directors for IBS' new research centers.

Maximizing The Potential Of Induced Stem Cells

Researchers in Japan and the US have discovered a way to reprogram mature cells into stem cells that can transform into all cell types of the body, including the placenta.

In the Lab

Sleepless In Asia

Young adults in Asia get the least sleep worldwide due to cultural habits, according to a study by an international team of scientists.

Features

A Dance Of Giants And Hobbits—How Corporates And Startups Can Collaborate

Partnerships between companies at different ends of the size spectrum can be tricky, but clear targets and timelines, as well as trust, is critical if collaborative innovation is to take off.

Features

Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Kim Eunjoon

By studying the proteins involved in neural synapses, Professor Kim Eunjoon seeks to bridge knowledge gaps in the field of brain disorders, potentially paving the way for improved treatments.

Technology

Training Robots To Copy Human Movements

Soft robots can now learn how to perform complex movements simply by mimicking the muscle contractions of humans.

In the Lab

Graphene Gives Semiconductors A Boost

Scientists in South Korea have combined graphene with amorphous carbon to increase its signal transmission efficiency and stability for use in semiconductor devices.

In the Lab

Finding The Right Pair Of Antibiotics To Fight Resistant Bacteria

An on-chip screening method allowed scientists in South Korea to identify synergistic pairs of antibiotics for treating stubborn infections.

In the Lab

A One-Step Process To Make ‘Green’ Plastics

An international team of scientists has developed a straightforward method to produce bio-based plastics.

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