Tan Eng King – Asian Scientist Magazine

Trailblazing Women In Science

To mark this year’s International Women’s Day, we spoke to five women scientists from Asia who are breaking barriers and leading their fields. They also have a message for younger women researchers.

Fostering The Next Generation Of HPC Leaders

As the world enters the era of exascale computing, events like the EU-ASEAN HPC School are connecting young scholars across the region with new technologies, experts and each other.

Environment

The Water Doctor (VIDEO)

Fatehah Mohd Omar, lecturer and researcher at the University of Science in Malaysia, explains how she is collaborating with industries and local communities to keep rivers in Malaysia clean.

Environment

Tree Rings Reveal Historical Rainfall Patterns

Old conifers from the Hindu Kush mountains offer insights into floods and droughts in Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Health

Infants With Long Screen Time May Experience Cognitive Decline

Families which let their children have more screen time might be experiencing food or housing challenges.

Health

Exercising With Others Is More Likely To Reduce Dementia Risk

Incorporating social interaction into exercise routines may enhance cognitive resilience in older adults, shows a study from Japan.

Features

Unlocking Trust With Open Science Communication

At the Global Young Scientists Summit held earlier this year in Singapore, three distinguished speakers encouraged an audience of young researchers to communicate honestly, passionately and with an open mind.

Features

Making Vital Signs Monitoring Accessible And Affordable

Technological advancements can make non-invasive vital signs monitoring available for everyone, removing the inconvenience of traditional monitoring methods.

Pulling The Curtains On Climate Change

From predicting torrential rains to modeling urban climates, supercomputing provides us the necessary tools to navigate the climate crisis.

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