coronavirus
The Mutation Behind The Delta Variant’s Severity
A mutation in the spike protein enhances the Delta variant’s ability to fuse with host cells, resulting in more severe COVID-19 symptoms.
Why Children May Experience Mild COVID-19
Compared to adults, children with COVID-19 have a lower T cell response, possibly leading to mild or asymptomatic infections.
Tracing East Asia’s Ancient Coronavirus Epidemic
Our DNA holds traces of an ancient battle between our cells and a coronavirus, suggesting that an epidemic similar to COVID-19 struck East Asia about 20,000 years ago.
Asian Scientist Magazine’s May 2021 Roundup
From ancient Indonesian caves to the unexplored Martian terrain, Asia’s scientists are making discoveries with vast implications for our world and beyond.
SARS-CoV-2 Variants, Explained
As new SARS-CoV-2 variants emerge, tried-and-tested solutions could be the key to stamping out COVID-19.
Peak Performance
Designed with general purpose users in mind, the Fugaku supercomputer has the performance and energy efficiency of a GPU-accelerated machine but remains easy to program.
Finding New Uses For Old Leprosy Drugs
The leprosy drug clofazimine can block SARS-CoV-2 replication and even prevent the cytokine storm often seen in COVID-19 patients.
Asian Scientist Magazine’s February 2021 Roundup
From celebrating women in science to surprising discoveries in the natural world, catch Asian Scientist Magazine’s top stories from February 2021.
Southeast Asian Bats and Pangolins Harbor SARS-CoV-2-related Coronaviruses
Experts have found evidence of coronaviruses related to SARS-CoV-2 circulating in bats and pangolins in Southeast Asia.
Asian Scientist Magazine’s January 2021 Roundup
Starting the year with surprising uses for human waste in space and ancient worm fossils, here are five of Asian Scientist Magazine’s top pieces from January 2021.
