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Enzyme Could Explain Down’s Syndrome Mystery
Geneticists have identified an enzyme that could help us understand what causes Down's Syndrome and other chromosomal abnormalities.
Science Communication 101 With Asian Scientist’s Editor-In-Chief
There are many benefits of communicating science to the public, according to Juliana Chan, editor-in-chief of Asian Scientist Magazine.
Embracing Futuristic Technology For Asia’s Growth
Panel speakers at the Leaders in Science forum discussed the importance of embracing technologies of the future.
How To Control Eczema? With Fierce Bacterial Competition
Despite appearing normal in between flareups, the skin of eczema patients is chock-full of ‘opportunistic pathogens' but deficient in helpful bacteria.
A*STAR, MSD To Team Up On Macrocyclic Peptide Therapeutics
The two-year collaboration will focus on improving the delivery of macrocyclic peptides into cells.
OncomiRs, A Promising Target To Treat Lung Cancer
Researchers have discovered a class of small RNA molecules, known as oncomiRs, which is responsible for fueling lung cancer.
Circulating Cells In Cancer Patients’ Blood Not Always Cancerous
Contrary to the decades-long belief that these cells are always malignant, researchers have found that they may also come from the blood vessels that line the tumor, rather than from the tumor itself.
7 Must-Read Stories In June 2016
From the conservation of giant clams to choosing between the clinic or the courtroom, these are the stories you enjoyed the most in June.
Supergelators Could Clean Up Oil Spills Rapidly (VIDEO)
The supergelators self-assemble into a 3D network within minutes, trapping the oil molecules into clumps.
