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Supercomputing Shouldn’t Be Rocket Science

Given the rapid pace of data generation, supercomputers are fast becoming an indispensable tool for research—now the challenge is to help scientists use them.

Features

So You Want To Be A Clinician-Entrepreneur?

It may be the road less travelled, but becoming a clinician-entrepreneur is a rewarding career that more doctors should consider, says Professor Lawrence Ho.

Features

This Program Gives Students A Real-Life Glimpse Into Deep Tech

SGInnovate’s Summation Programme alumnus Gabriel Wong shares how the apprenticeship has helped him better understand the field of deep tech.

In the Lab

A Tango With Quantum Entanglement

Scientists have created a 'universal entangler' which not only could advance our understanding of the quantum realm, but also pave the way for the construction of quantum computers.

In the Lab

Solving The Structure Of The Antibody-HLA Protein Complex

A research group in Singapore has mapped out the structure of the antibody-human leukocyte antigen complex at 2.4 angstrom resolution.

Health

Mushrooms May Reduce Risk Of Cognitive Decline, Scientists Find

A research group in Singapore has found that seniors who included mushrooms in their diet had a 50 percent lower risk of cognitive impairment.

In the Lab

Gut Microbes Help Turn Up The Heat

A research group in China has demonstrated that gut microbiota contribute to the activation of brown fat which helps to maintain core body temperature under cold exposure.

Features

Asia’s Rising Scientists: Sherry Aw

Making discoveries on the fly is all in a day's work for Dr. Sherry Aw, one of three scientists from the Asia-Pacific to be recognized as a L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women In Science International Rising Talent in 2019.

Academia

HKU And Tencent Partner On Fintech R&D

The University of Hong Kong and Tencent Finance Academy are working together to connect and nurture young FinTech talent in Hong Kong.

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