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Protein Discovery In The Age Of AI

Twist Bioscience’s high-throughput DNA synthesis platform is enabling AI researchers to compress protein discovery timelines and expand therapeutic possibilities.

Igniting Customer-Centric Growth: A Conversation With Padraig McDonnell Of Agilent Technologies

Agilent’s long-standing presence in Singapore signals a strategic commitment to innovation, partnerships and global science made practical for real-world impact.

Health

Scarred But Unseen: How Childhood Neglect Rewires The Brain

The study found that neglect can negatively impact attention, language, motor skills, and emotional regulation in children.

10 Years Of Celebrating Asia’s Researchers

Every year, Asian Scientist Magazine publishes Asian Scientist 100, a carefully curated list of the best and brightest researchers and leaders in SETM in Asia. This year we complete a decade of doing so.

Health

Regular Opioid Use May Lead To Cognitive Decline

A new study has found that people who regularly used opioids had a 20 percent higher risk of developing dementia.

Health

Not Everyone’s Liver Reacts the Same to Alcohol—Here’s Why

In some people liver cells damaged by alcohol produce more reactive oxygen species, which can lead to cell death and trigger inflammation.

Health

Scientists Identify Immune Cells That Unlock Scleroderma Mysteries

High levels of certain immune cells in patients with systemic sclerosis are linked to serious health problems, including scleroderma renal crisis and interstitial lung disease.

Health

Youth Report Social Media Usage Impacting Their Self Worth And Mental Health

68 percent of the respondents reported difficulties with focusing, and 52 percent admitted they frequently got distracted by social media during their class at school.

Environment

Japanese Macaques May Mourn Their Loved Ones Like Humans

The macaques remain close to and care for their dying companions, echoing human responses to death.

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