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Too Cool To Care? Air Conditioning Weakens Climate Action Support

Study finds that the more people rely on air conditioning to stay cool, the less likely they are to support broader efforts to cool cities and cut energy use.

Health

Study Suggests Herbal Cigarettes May Be As Harmful As Tobacco

Smoke from popular herbal cigarettes sold in India contained as many—or more—harmful fine particles and oxidative compounds as conventional tobacco cigarettes.

Environment

New Study Reveals Hidden Sources Of Lead In Manila’s Air

The end of leaded gasoline was hailed as a major public health victory, but researchers warn that lead pollution remains a persistent threat in Metro Manila, driven largely by industry, waste processing and vehicle emissions.

The 11th Edition Of Asian Scientist 100: Honoring Asia’s Best Scientists

Every year, Asian Scientist Magazine publishes Asian Scientist 100, a carefully curated list of the best and brightest researchers and leaders in STEM in Asia.

Environment

The Secret Light Compass Inside A Fish’s Brain

Zebrafish integrate light signals from the eyes and pineal organ to guide vertical movement in response to changes in light wavelength.

Environment

Airborne Clues: New Testing Method Spots Hidden Viruses In Poultry Markets

Analysing genetic samples from the environment in live poultry markets can reveal more viruses than directly swabbing birds.

Health

A Brain Atlas To Guide Parkinson’s Disease Models

This two-tier atlas helps scientists distinguish authentic dopamine neurons from off-target cells in Parkinson’s disease models.

Champions Of Science

This International Women’s Day, we are highlighting some powerful women researchers who are redefining their fields.

General

Ribosome Fight Club: How Cells Eliminate Inefficient Ribosomes

Poorly performing ribosomes are eliminated in a ‘survival of the fittest’ mechanism, ensuring the quality of protein synthesis in cells.

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