Tan Eng King – Asian Scientist Magazine

7 Steps To Publishing A Scientific Paper

Practically speaking, there are no flagpoles or ribbons to indicate the end of a project. Here, Asian Scientist Magazine takes on the challenging task of defining the 7 steps to publishing a scientific paper.

Features

7 Reasons Why Academic Scientists Fail At Commercialization

Why aren’t most academic scientists millionaires? The number of superb technologies that end up at the bottom of the start-up waste basket is staggering, but many were probably good enough to go commercial.

Features

Asia: The Growing Hub Of Scientific Research

The scientific global village has a new member: Asia.

Features

From Farming To Retailing: Here’s How Math Models Can Help

Whether it is enhancing agricultural practices or consumer interaction, two studies demonstrate the power of using mathematical models in complex decision-making.

Features

Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Catherine Ohura

Newly-appointed CEO of the Global Health Innovative Technology Fund Ms. Catherine Ohura outlines her plans and priorities for the organization.

Pharma

AstraZeneca’s Lung Cancer Drug Receives Regulatory Approval In China

Tagrisso, a small molecule inhibitor drug, has been approved in China as a first-line treatment for patients with non-small cell lung tumors bearing specific mutations.

Features

When Firms Turn Weakness Into Strength

Firms based in countries of weaker state institutions tend endogenously to build more informal institutions, says SMU Professor Chang Pao Li.

Technology

Robotic Muscles That Flex On Command

Researchers in South Korea have developed an ultrathin, artificial muscle for soft robotics.

Features

The Smart City—No Risk, No Reward

Smart city collaborations are complex initiatives that often fail; yet, valuable lessons can be taken from these failures.

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