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16 Scientists From China To Watch
The Asian superpower is boosting basic research funding in its 13th five-year plan—a boon for this list of scientists and the wider R&D community.
The Tale Of The Short-Tailed Cat (VIDEO)
A mutation in the HES7 gene is responsible for the short-tailed trait in Japanese Bobtail and Chinese short-tailed feral cats, a study finds.
Could A Pill Be Used To Rebuild The Liver? (VIDEO)
Researchers have discovered a small molecule inhibitor that promotes liver tissue regeneration, which may pave the way for medicines that help to rebuild organs.
Immune-Boosting Drug Shows Promise For Treating Lupus
A drug used in immunotherapy could help suppress the overactive immune system of lupus patients in much lower doses, a study suggests.
The University Of Tokyo Only Asian Uni In ARWU Top 20
The University of Tokyo is back in the top 20 for this year’s Academic Ranking of World Universities report, after climbing up one spot from 21st position last year.
Fossils From China Show History Of Plants Colonizing Land
The formation of deep soils millions of years ago allowed the first trees to survive, and this may have occurred much earlier than once thought, according to a study.
Chinese Desert Researcher Receives Humboldt Research Award
Dr. Yang Xiaoping was recognized for his research on environmental evolution and human activity in arid areas, among others.
2016 THE Uni Rankings: Singapore Universities Top In Asia, Again
The National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University have come out tops in this year's Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2016.
2016 QS Uni Rankings: Singapore Universities Retain Their Lead
The National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University, Singapore are first and third respectively in this year's rankings.