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In the Lab

Corralling Calcium Ions With Lasers

With the help of non-damaging near-infrared lasers, researchers can now precisely control the capture and release of calcium ions in vivo.

Capturing Vesicles In The Act Of Fusion

Thanks to a pumpkin-shaped molecule, scientists can now observe the process of vesicle fusion in real time.

EDITOR’S PICK

10 Years Of Celebrating Asia’s Researchers

Every year, Asian Scientist Magazine publishes Asian Scientist 100, a carefully curated list of the best and brightest researchers and leaders in SETM in Asia. This year we complete a decade of doing so.
Learning From Environmental Defenders

Drawing on traditional knowledge systems, environmental researchers and policymakers in Asia are working with indigenous communities to design better strategies for environmental conservation.
The Equalizers

Across Asia, people with disabilities are breaking physical and social barriers to STEM fields, opening the way for others.