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Yoichi Ando Appointed Professor Of Physics At University of Cologne
Leading topological materials expert Professor Yoichi Ando will move from Osaka University to a new appointment at the University of Cologne.
A TOAD That Might Finally Find Magnetoreceptors
Using a technique known as transient optical absorption detection (TOAD), scientists now have a tool sensitive enough to locate the structures animals use to sense magnetic fields
To Be A Sperm Or An Egg?
Female fish without the foxl3 gene produce fully functional sperm instead of eggs in their ovaries.
Quantum Dots Make Bright, White LEDs
Using silicon quantum dots, scientists have developed a simple way to fabricate white-blue LEDs with high current and optical power densities.
Tweaking Circadian Rhythms With Small Molecule Drugs
Synthetic chemistry has enabled researchers to develop small molecule drugs which target regulators of the circadian cycle.
Accurately Measuring Plasma With Interference
Researchers have developed a method to precisely measure the electron density of plasma even at atmospheric pressure.
Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Professor Kazutoshi Mori
In this edition of Asia's Scientific Trailblazers, we feature Professor Kazutoshi Mori, who won the 2014 Lasker Prize for his work on the unfolded protein response.
Japan & Singapore Jostle For Top Uni Rankings
East Asian universities dominate both the Times Higher Education and Quacquarelli Symonds rankings yet again in 2015.
Hydrophobic Surfaces Reduce Salt Solubility In Water
Hydrophobic or water-repelling surfaces can influence the solubility of salts in water, a finding which could inform the design of drugs and self-cleaning surfaces.
