diabetes
Study: Bangladesh Makes Strides In Healthcare Despite Poverty
Despite its high poverty level, Bangladesh has achieved lower infant mortality rates compared to India, Pakistan and Nepal.
Singapore-Japanese Tie-Up On Biotech Innovation
A Japanese-Singapore collaboration will focus on the R&D and commercialization of novel clinical approaches for diseases relevant to the Asian population.
Merck Invests €80 Million On Pharmaceutical Facility In China
Merck has invested €80 million into a new pharmaceutical manufacturing facility to be located in the Greater Shanghai region, China.
Eli Lilly Funds US$350 Million To Expand Insulin Production In China
Eli Lilly and Company will invest US$350 million to expand its insulin cartridge manufacturing capacity in China.
Cytori, Lorem Vascular To Commercialize Cell-Based Therapies
Cytori and Lorem have announced a partnership to commercialize Cytori Cell Therapy in Asian markets.
Type I Diabetes Alters White Blood Cell Count
A study has found that having type I diabetes alters the white blood cell count in the body, causing inflammatory effects and further disease.
Adiponectin-Like Small Molecule Activates Fat Receptors
Researchers in Japan have discovered a small molecule that improves the health and prolongs the lifespan of obese diabetic mice.
Scientists Study ‘Obesity Paradox’ In Diabetics
People who are obese when they’re diagnosed with type II diabetes have much better survival rates than those with a healthy weight at the time of diagnosis, scientists say.
7 Must-Read Stories In October 2013
Seven interesting and captivating articles from the October 2013 issue of Asian Scientist Magazine.
