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Sensei RNA: The Iron-sensing Master
In yet another serendipitous discovery, researchers from India have identified a new class of RNA molecules that can selectively recognize iron called ‘Sensei RNA.’
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.
No Sugar-coating Here: How Asian Food Affects Blood Sugar
To encourage healthier eating habits, researchers from Singapore have ranked common Asian foods according to their impact on blood sugar levels.
Mapping Microplastics Along The Ganges River Basin
Combined flows from the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna river basin could send up to three billion microplastics each day into the Bay of Bengal.
Science’s Seismic Shift Towards Asia
The world’s scientific center of gravity is shifting towards Asia—where, given current projections, it will probably long remain.
India Lays The Foundations For Green Energy Megapark
Set to be the size of Singapore once completed, India’s green energy megapark will produce a whopping 30 gigawatts of renewable energy.
Asia’s Rising Scientists: Manik Varma
In a world run by algorithms, Dr. Manik Varma is taking machine learning to its extremes.
Children And Superspreaders As Transmitters Of COVID-19
Most people infected with COVID-19 did not transmit the disease, but those that did tended to be superspreaders, according to a large study conducted in India.
The Curious Case Of Asia’s COVID-19 Mortality Rates
Why is the COVID-19 death rate in Asia three times lower than that of Europe? Lim XiaoZhi examines some possible reasons.
