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Researchers Identify New Type Of Intestinal Lymphoma

Researchers have identified a new type of deadly intestinal lymphoma that is particularly common in Asia.

Genomic Insights May Explain How Falcons Evolved To Become Birds Of Prey

Researchers have published the first analysis of falcon genomes, providing insights into the evolution of predatory adaptations in falcons.

Sinovac Reports PhIII Trial Results For HFMD Vaccine Candidate

Chinese vaccine provider Sinovac Biotech Ltd. has completed a Phase III clinical trial on its Enterovirus 71 vaccine against hand, foot, and mouth disease.

Physicist Wang Enge Appointed President Of Peking University

Wang Enge, PhD '90, a physicist and member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, has succeeded outgoing President Zhou Qifeng as president of Peking University.

Nature: China May Soon Surpass Japan In R&D Publication Output

China may soon surpass Japan as the Asia-Pacific leader in research output, says a new report published today by the Nature Publishing Group.

Some Herbal Medicines May Pose Kidney Failure Risk, Study

Researchers are warning that millions of people may be exposed to the risk of developing kidney failure and bladder cancer by taking herbal medicines that are widely available in Asia.

BGI-Shenzhen Acquires US-Based Complete Genomics For $117M

BGI completed today the acquisition of U.S.-based whole human genomic sequencing provider, Complete Genomics, Inc.

China Prepares For First Lunar Return Mission

An experimental version of the Chang'e-5 lunar explorer will be launched before 2015 to carry out re-entry tests on the capsule, said its chief designer.

Nanowire Composite Shows Superior Strength

Researchers have created a super strong metallic composite by harnessing the extraordinary mechanical properties of nanowires.