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Red Flags In China’s Disease Control
China has made great strides in improving its ability to handle a public health emergency, but problems still linger in disease reporting, writes Dr. Yanzhong Huang.
Buffalo Genome Decoded
Bangladeshi and Chinese scientists have jointly sequenced the buffalo genome, raising hopes of using the genetic information to improve milk and meat production.
13 Million Smoking Deaths In China Could Be Prevented By 2050, Study
Almost 13 million smoking deaths could be prevented in China by 2050 if WHO guidelines were implemented, according to projections from the China SimSmoke simulation model.
Twins Provide Clues For Fighting Cancer
Researchers who analyzed the genomes of a pair of twins have identified a novel drug target for treating recurring and deadly malignancies.
Sagent Launches Research Center In China
Sagent Pharmaceuticals has launched a National Research Center in Chengdu focusing on processes and methods for specialty injectables.
Quality Of Acupuncture Needles Must Be Improved, Study
The quality of acupuncture needles is high, but should be improved to avoid potential problems such as pain and skin reactions, researchers say.
Chinese Scientist Wins Wiley-IPCAS Psychological Award
Dr Shu Li from the Chinese Academy of Sciences has won the annual Wiley-IPCAS prize for excellence in Chinese psychological science.
Clinical Testing Of OncoCyte’s Bladder Cancer Diagnostics In China
OncoCyte Corporation has initiated clinical development of its PanC-Dx™ bladder cancer diagnostic test in both the United States and China.
India’s Obsession With University Rankings
With only 20 percent enrollment in higher education, India remains near the bottom of global standards, writes Professor Ranjit Goswami.
