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NTU Confers Honorary Doctorate To Indonesian President

NTU has conferred an honorary doctorate of letters on His Excellency President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono of the Republic of Indonesia.

In the Lab

Offspring Of Older Fathers May Have Genetic Risk For Schizophrenia, Autism

Researchers have discovered a genetic mechanism that may explain why the children of older fathers are more likely to develop schizophrenia or autism.

Features

Novartis Loses Historic India Patent Case On Cancer Drug Glivec

After a seven year protracted battle, the Supreme Court of India has rejected a patent application by Swiss pharma giant Novartis for an updated version of its blockbuster drug.

Health

Soy Versus Dairy: Which Milk Is Better For You?

Are there nutritional advantages to replacing dairy with soy milk? Suzie Ferrie discusses.

Building Back Worse After Philippines Typhoon

More than two months after Typhoon Bopha hit the southern Philippines, some 198,000 families are still trying to repair their homes.

Health

Psychological Distress Increases Risky Behavior On Roads

Study finds that young adults who take risks when driving are more likely to experience psychological distress, including mental health problems such as anxiety and depression.

Features

Save Australia’s ‘Frozen Zoo’

Australia’s “Frozen Zoo” – the only facility of its kind on the continent – is facing funding difficulties, writes Professor Ian Gunn, its co-founder.

Features

Smoking In Asia: A Looming Health Epidemic

In the wake of Australia’s landmark ban on cigarette package advertising, Asian Scientist Magazine casts an eye over smoking in Asia.

Newcastle Disease Linked To Peacock Deaths In Pakistan

The annual monsoon season brings joy to the wild peacocks in Pakistan's Tharparkar desert. But it was short lived this year as a deadly disease spread like wildfire across the desert.

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