aging population
Caring Cyborgs
Robots may be good at following instructions, but could they also be our companions and caregivers?
China’s New Two-Child Policy Unlikely To Lead To Population Boom
The effect of China's two-child policy on the shrinking workforce and rapid population aging may not be felt for two decades.
Protein Found To Slow Onset Of Alzheimer’s
The protein interleukin-33, which regulates immune function, has also been found to reduce deposits of beta-amyloid plaques in the brains of mice.
Editor’s Note – January 2016 Print Magazine
Asian Scientist is proud to present the Asian Scientist 100, the first ever listing of scientists in Asia who have made an impact in the past year, in the January 2016 print magazine!
Nobel Laureate’s Death Spotlights Quality-Of-Death Issues
The death of Nobel Laureate Richard Heck in the Philippines highlights the shortcomings of public healthcare in many Asian nations.
Sensors For Seniors
As Asia ages, its population will have to cope with chronic illnesses, repeated hospitalizations and a limited pool of trained caregivers. Could wearable technology help?
Editor’s Note – Oct 2015 Print Magazine
Don't miss our exclusive interview with Nobel laureate Professor Shuji Nakamura and special feature on science communication in the October 2015 print magazine!
The New Old People Problem
Coping with a rapidly aging population is a complex issue that cannot be dealt with simply by training more gerontologists.
