cancer

An Electrifying Development For Cancer Treatment

Scientists in Japan have optimized pulsed electric fields to disrupt calcium metabolism in cancer cells.

Singapore And South Korea To Tackle Skin Disorders And Cancer

This multi-institutional effort draws upon deep capabilities in skin research and cancer biology from Singapore and South Korea.

Health And Wealth: A Shock To The System

Health shocks can negatively impact the long-term wealth of Singapore’s elderly, according to data from a monthly survey conducted by SMU’s Centre for Research on the Economics of Ageing (CREA).

7 Must-Read Stories In June 2018

Health threats like Nipah virus infection, cancer and Parkinson's disease weighed on the minds of readers in June 2018.

Asian Students Win CERN Competition For The First Time (VIDEO)

Students from the Philippines and India have won the CERN Beamline for Schools competition 2018.

Why A Pair Of Genes Is Just Right For Cells

Haploid and tetraploid cells under- or over-produce centrosomes and microtubules respectively, leading to instability during cell division.

Hybrid Nanogels Turn Up The Heat On Cancer Cells

Chinese researchers have synthesized hybrid nanogels that possess tumor-killing properties and can be used as a contrast agent in magnetic resonance imaging.

CStone Pharma Completes US$260 Million Series B Funding Round

The funds raised will primarily be used for clinical development of CS1001 and other clinical stage assets, as well as attract top industry talents.

Why Obesity Can Lead To Cancer

Inflammation associated with obesity impairs the body’s defense against cancer, suggesting that anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin could help prevent cancer.