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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.
Predicting Drug Response With Precision
In another step towards personalized medicine, Singapore-based researchers have identified a biomarker that could predict which cancer patients respond best to treatment.
How Bats Can Carry Viruses Without Getting Sick
Scientists in Singapore have discovered that a subdued immune response may be the reason why bats can harbor deadly viruses without batting an eyelid.
Mothers Pass Allergies To Babies In The Womb
Highly allergic pregnant mothers may transfer the key antibody that triggers allergic reactions to offspring in the womb.
Test Detects SARS-CoV-2 Neutralizing Antibodies In Hours
Not only is it much faster than conventional tests, it does not need to be performed in special biosafety laboratories.
Some Uninfected People Have T-Cell Immunity To COVID-19
Researchers were surprised to find memory T-cells in people with no history of SARS, COVID-19, or contact with SARS or COVID-19 patients.
Singapore Develops COVID-19 Kit That Detects Neutralizing Antibodies
The cPass kit, which is the first of its kind in the world, can detect neutralizing antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 in an hour.
Turning CAR-Ts On Infectious Disease
Scientists in Singapore are exploring using immunotherapy traditionally used for cancer on infectious diseases including COVID-19.
