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Decoding Signals From Space

Faced with datasets of galactic proportions, astronomers are turning to supercomputers to reconstruct the universe's dynamic past and better understand its expansive present and future.

Potential Cancer Therapy: Vitamin D Linked DNA Molecules

Researchers in Japan discover a novel DNA molecule that prevents tumor growth by inhibiting breakdown of Vitamin D.

Science Superstars On The Asian Scientist 100

From exploring new galaxies to addressing humanity’s greatest challenges, the diverse honorees listed on the Asian Scientist 100 (2022 edition) represent the best and brightest minds in Asian STEM.

eDNA: Emerging Technology For Biodiversity Conservation

Conservation researchers in Asia are increasingly using environmental DNA technology. But it needs to be refined for better conservation efforts.

Farming For The Future

COVID-19 has disrupted food supply chains across the globe, but agricultural technology is keeping Asia’s farming industry fertile through revolutionary apps, automated robots and more.
food waste, food security, sustainability

Transforming Food Waste Into Wonder

Creative techniques that repurpose food waste into a range of valuable products are giving even fruit peels and fish scales a new lease on life.
supercomputing, fugaku

Singapore Supercomputing Projects Awarded Access To Fugaku

Five Singapore-based research projects will soon make use of the world’s fastest supercomputer to address challenges from materials science to sustainability.
supercomputing asia, exascale computing, water stress

Averting Asia’s Water Crisis

Through high-speed, high-resolution exascale computing, researchers and citizen scientists are tackling water stress across Asia by discovering better ways to treat water and monitor its flow.

Turning The Tide With AI And HPC

By harnessing both artificial intelligence and high performance computing in one powerful model, scientists from Japan are making real-time tsunami prediction more accessible.