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Optogenetics Reveals Memory Formation Clues

Understanding the formation of fearful memories could lead to better treatments for conditions such as anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder.

The Future Of Life Science With Agilent Technologies

The Young Scientist Forum organized by Agilent Technologies will take place at the University of Melbourne on March 28 and Biopolis Singapore on April 29.

In the Lab

Lasers Spot Toxic ‘Gutter Oil’

A technique employing laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy can rapidly identify harmful re-used oil known in China as "gutter oil".

In the Lab

Creating Colors From Black And White Particles

Researchers in Japan have found a way to create colorful pigments from inexpensive and harmless particles.

Indian XPRIZE To Be Launched In 2015

India will be the first geographic region outside of the US to launch its own XPRIZE, tapping into the innovation potential of its 1.2 billion residents.

Features

Asia’s Nutrition Time Bomb

Concerted action is required to deal with Asia's twin threats of obesity and under-nutrition, write Don Gunasekera and David Newth.

Features

Joi Ito: Cyber Security Is Like An Immune System

Cyber security is like an immune system: you don’t get stronger by completely shielding yourself from any germs, says Mr. Joichi Ito, director of the MIT Media Lab.

Features

Newly Appointed MIT Media Lab Director, Joichi Ito, Talks To Asian Scientist

In a wide-ranging interview, media savant Joichi Ito talks to Asian Scientist Magazine about his vision as Executive Director of the MIT Media Lab, his thoughts on education, and his lifelong bond with Japan and Asia.

In the Lab

The History Of Penguins Laid Bare In Their Genomes

An international team of scientists has released data on 19 penguin genomes which can be used to understand how the birds evolved over time.

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