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Long Live The Naked Mole-Rat
A tumor suppressor protein called ARF may be the reason why the naked mole-rat can live up to 30 years and almost never show any type of cancer.
This Bacteria Lives Off Plastic, And It’s Fantastic
Researchers have isolated a bacterial strain that uses PET plastic, one of the main culprits of environmental pollution, as its main source of carbon for growth.
7 Must-Read Stories In January 2016
The Periodic Table has a new addition and there exists a black hole that dwarfs our sun, as scientists in Asia discovered in January 2016.
7 Must-Read Stories In October 2015
From driverless cars to liquid microfluidics sensors, research from Singapore is heavily featured in our top articles published in October 2015.
Crucial Hurdle In Quantum Computing Overcome
For the first time, researchers have built the basic building block of a quantum computer—a two-qubit logic gate—and have done so using existing silicon technology.
Switching Off PHD2 Helps Mice Survive Lactic Acidosis
Inhibiting the oxygen sensor PHD2 could be one way to treat lactic acidosis, according to a study in mice.
Japanese Universities Reach For Global Status
Seeking to compete in the globalized higher education sector, Japan has announced the Super Global program. But will it be enough to send Japanese universities up global rankings?
High Accuracy Qubits Pave The Way For Quantum Computers
Two research teams have independently developed quantum bits that are more than 99 percent accurate.
Pan-Asian Trials Could Replace Domestic Studies
Improved adherence to ICH guidelines means that data from Asia-wide trials could be extrapolated to specific countries.
