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The Yin And Yang Of Balance In The Brain
Scientists in Hong Kong have identified two proteins that are involved in maintaining the balance between excitation and inhibition in the brain.
HKUST Appoints Professor Shyy Wei As Fourth President
Professor Shyy Wei takes over the reins of Hong Kong University of Science and Technology from current president Professor Tony F. Chan.
Why Humans Are Feeling The Heat
Human-perceived temperatures are rising faster than actual air temperatures, say researchers.
Real Or Fake? Method Confirms Lingzhi Mushrooms In 10 Minutes
Researchers in Hong Kong have developed a quick and simple method to authenticate species of mushrooms used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Gender Labels Affect Color Preference In Children
A study by Hong Kong scientists has demonstrated that children's perception of gender-appropriate colors can be easily manipulated.
Aptamers To Help Reduce Chemotherapy Side Effects
Researchers in Hong Kong have combined aptamers with anticancer drugs to specifically target ovarian cancer cells.
Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Widespread In China
Scientists in Hong Kong have detected the gene for colistin-resistance in human, food and environmental samples from Hong Kong and China.
Three Scientists Receive 2018 Croucher Fellowships
A trio of scientists from the Hong Kong University and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology have been selected as Croucher Foundation Research Fellows for 2018-2019.
Long-Term Antacid Use Linked To Increased Stomach Cancer Risk
Scientists have found that the risk of stomach cancer is higher in patients previously treated for H. pylori infection if they took proton pump inhibitors over extended periods of time.
