
disaster risk reduction
Laying The Foundation For A Resilient Asia
Tapping Asia’s growing expertise in disaster risk communication, the Understanding Risk Asia 2021 conference explored how building trust is vital to building resilient communities.

7 Award-Winning Female Scientists
To mark the 2018 International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we've highlighted seven female scientists who have won international accolades for their research.
Q&A: The Philippines’ Aspirations To Be A Disaster Management Hub
The Philippines is positioning itself as a regional disaster management hub in the Asia-Pacific region.
Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Han Seung Soo
Han Seung Soo, the UN special envoy for disaster risk reduction and water, seeks to create greater awareness water-related disasters.
Slow Seabed Slips Linked To Tsunami Earthquakes
Slow slips have the potential to become the epicenter of major tsunami earthquakes; in fact, one was recorded a month prior to the 2011 Tohoku-Oki Earthquake.
8 Scientists From The Philippines To Watch (VIDEO)
These eight individuals from various fields and industries are working towards solving real-life problems that many Filipinos face.
Asia’s Rising Scientists: Reina Reyes
Dr. Reina Reyes may have shifted from astrophysics to data analytics, but her passion for science outreach remains unchanged.
Helium Anomaly A Possible Long-Term Volcano Marker
The ratio of helium-3 to helium-4 in the hot springs near Mount Ontake increased in the ten year period before its 2014 explosion, scientists say.
Coral Reefs May Exacerbate Tsunami-Type Waves
Scientists have shown that coral reefs may make sea storms worse, recommending a re-evaluation of risks for seaside towns sheltered by reefs.
7 Must-Read Stories In July 2015
Singaporean stories proved popular in July, making up five of the top seven most read articles.