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Sting Exposes ‘Wild West’ Of Open-Access Publishing
A sting by the journal Science has exposed the poor quality of peer review in many open-access journals.
Asians Are Feeling Climate Change And Want To Adapt
Extreme weather and hotter temperatures are reducing crop production, and Asia is struggling to adapt to climate change.
7 Must-Read Stories In September 2013
Here are seven must-read articles from the September 2013 issue of Asian Scientist Magazine.
Introducing India’s Rae Bareli Education Hub
Here is a question for non-Indians who are interested in India's higher education: Who, what and where is Rae Bareli?
The Magic Of Science: Where Did It Go?
How do we win back disillusioned scientists who have transitioned from the starry eyed to the practical? Dr. Laasya Samhita of the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore writes.
Asian Power Stations Blamed For Mercury Toxicity In Fish
Coal-fired power stations in emerging economies in Asia could be responsible for rising mercury levels in fish, according to researchers.
Study Says Indian Women Scientists Lagging
A gender profile of Indian scientific output in the life sciences sees women trailing behind men in productivity and impact.
Drowning In University Degrees
A decision to allow Indian students to pursue dual degrees has drawn flak by critics, writes Prof. Pushkar.
India’s Mangalyaan Mission To Head To Mars In November 2013
India is all set for its maiden November 2013 launch, said top space official, Professor U. R. Rao of the Physical Research Laboratory.
