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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.
The Women Of The Asian Scientist 100 (VIDEO)
From the co-discoverer of carbon nanotubes to the first Chinese woman to win a Nobel Prize, here are the 15 female scientists featured on the AS100 list.
Combination HepC Treatment Tested In Malaysia, Thailand
The Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative has launched a clinical trial of a hepatitis C combination drug treatment which costs less than US$300.
Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Naveed Ahmed Khan
Professor Khan speaks about his work in anti-microbials, the value of broadening your horizons and the importance of a culture of innovation.
Indigenous Communities Enhance Rainforest Biodiversity
Indigenous farming supports rainforest diversity, making relocation efforts potentially counter-productive.
Aspen Institute Announces 2016 Class Of New Voices Fellows
Through the New Voices Fellowship, leaders and field experts from Asia, Africa and Latin America hope to bring new perspectives to international development.
Scientists Link Textile Dust Exposure To Rheumatoid Arthritis
Occupational exposure to textile dust has been shown to more than double the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis in Malaysian women.
Mangrove Deforestation Driven By Rice & Palm Oil Agriculture
Conversion of mangrove forests to land for commodity crops has played a significant role in the deforestation of Southeast Asia.
Malaysia Baulks On Oil Palm Maps
Malaysia is the only country not to have supplied maps of its palm oil plantations, information which could help pin point sources of forest fires.
