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Feeder-Free Stem Cells With CCL2

Stem cells are now one step closer to the clinic, thanks to the development of feeder-free culture methods using the chemokine CCL2.

Sanofi & Takeda Partner For Diabetes

The partnership between Sanofi and Takeda aims to raise diabetes awareness and provide educational support for both patients and healthcare professionals.

Ice Zero Explains Water’s Mysterious Crystallization

The newly identified type of ice explains how water behaves under supercooled conditions, changing our understanding of ice formation.

One Template, Two Peptides

Scientists from the University of Tokyo have developed a method of reprogramming the genetic code such that a single mRNA template can yield two different peptides.

Japan & ADB Establish US$17 Million Low-Carbon Tech Fund

The US$17.65 million Japan Fund for the Joint Crediting Mechanism aims to help developing countries embrace low carbon technologies by overcoming the barriers of high initial investment.

Stretchy Hydrogels Spur Tissue Engineering

An electrically conductive hydrogel that can withstand repeated stretching and bending could lead to the development of the next generation of implantable devices.

RIKEN’s K Computer Tops 2014 Supercomputer Rankings

The K computer at RIKEN has come out tops in the 2014 Graph 500 supercomputer ranking, beating Sequoia and Mira from the United States.

Eisai Completes Phase III Trial For Epilepsy Drug

The Phase III clinical trial for Eisai's in-house developed AMPA receptor antagonist Fycompa® has met its primary endpoints in patients with severe seizures.

Towards Gender Parity In Asian Science & Tech

Gender imbalances in science and technology participation throughout Asia are a missed opportunity to capture the potential of the best scientists, says Ms. Danièle A. Castle.