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How Working Memory Works

Scientists at the Shanghai Institutes for Biological Sciences have pinpointed the brain region involved in working memory in mice.

China’s Growing Scientific Soft Power

In our October 2014 print magazine, we note that China is taking active steps to extend its scientific influence around the world.

Smart Grids: An R&D Opportunity For China

Researchers suggest that integrating renewable energy into China's smart grid is a better alternative to centralized long-distance power transmission.

Charles Lieber Wins Inaugural Tsinghua-Springer Research Award

The inaugural Tsinghua University Press-Springer Nano Research Award has been given to Professor Charles M. Lieber.

7 Must-Read Stories In October 2014

From Nobel Prizes to world firsts and ancient sex to fossilized poo, don't miss any of our top stories from October!

Complex Jujube Genome Successfully Sequenced

The sequencing of the jujube genome could lead to a better understanding of the genetic basis of its resistance to high salinity, drought and alkaline conditions.

Harnessing Nature’s Design To Reduce Chemo Side-Effects

Using a naturally occurring protein, scientists have designed a drug nanocarrier that can deliver high doses of cancer drugs to tumors.

Aquatic Biology Collaboration For CAS & Ottawa

The MoU between IHB and the University of Ottawa includes research symposia, exchange programs and joint projects.

How Fishes Had Sex For The First Time

The fossilzed claspers of armored fish are the most primitive vertebrate sexual organs described to date.