Lu Ke – Asian Scientist Magazine

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For the first time, researchers have confirmed the existence of a unique particle made up of four neutrons and no protons—the tetraneutron.

A study in flies suggests that iron oxide nanoparticles in food could potentially enhance lifespan by reducing oxidative stress.

Customized doctor training helped patients to reduce the risk of developing gonorrhea or chlamydia by 38 percent, study shows.

Preliminary studies have shown that the drug metformin, which is considered safe for pregnancy, could be used to treat life-threatening preeclampsia.

Microfluidics could help make pancreatic islet transplants more effective for patients with type 1 diabetes.

The acquisition of Liaoning gives Eisai a foothold in China's generics sector which accounts for 80 percent of the country's pharmaceutical market.

Conversion of mangrove forests to land for commodity crops has played a significant role in the deforestation of Southeast Asia.

Researchers have developed a method to make all-solid-state lithium batteries that will not catch fire or explode.

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