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In Low- & Middle-Income Countries, Healthcare Coverage Favors The Rich

Copying the healthcare systems in developed economies is “not the answer” for quality care in low- to middle-income countries, a study says.

Obesity On The Rise In Indonesia

Indonesia is experiencing both under- and over-nutrition at the same time, prompting researchers to call for a public health policy overhaul.

Singapore And Indonesia Universities Commence US$730K Partnership

The collaboration between National University of Singapore and Universitas Gadjah Mada will focus on medical education and research.

Save The Javan Leopards, Say Indonesian Researchers

Based on their evolutionary history, Javan leopards are distinct from Asian leopards and are vulnerable to extinction.

Gambier Trees May Yield Indonesia’s First Antibiotic

Gambier, which has traditionally been used to treat diarrhea, could prove to be a source of desperately needed new antibiotics.

New Species Of Black Fly Discovered In Indonesia

The newly discovered Simulium kalimantanense was named in honor of the Indonesian state of Kalimantan where it was discovered.

Several Major Earthquakes Strike Asia Pacific, Could Signal More

Earthquakes above a magnitude of 6.0 have struck around Asia Pacific in quick succession over the past week, which could be warning signs of more major earthquakes on the horizon.

Slow Fault Movements May Indicate Impending Earthquakes

Contrary to current understanding, slow-slip events could signal an impending earthquake rather than a reduced seismic risk.

A Spotlight On Jasmine Rice

SMU Assistant Professor Jacob Ricks examines how Thailand’s bureaucratic policies and organisations affect the development of its economy.