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A Profile Of Microbial Aerosols Across China

Researchers have used a unique UV-based probe to measure the size distribution and diversity of microbes across 11 provinces of China.

7 Must-Read Stories In September 2015

From the effects of phthalates on pregnancy to capturing carbon using coffee, don't miss our top seven stories for September 2015!

Singapore Leads The Asian Pack For QS’ 2015/2016 Ranking

The 2015/2016 Top Universities Ranking from Quacquarelli Symonds Company placed NUS and NTU at 12th and 13th, respectively.

Phthalate Exposure Linked To Miscarriage

An epidemiological study has found an association between phthalate levels in the urine and an increased risk for early miscarriage.

Supermassive Blackhole Found Hidden In Nearest Galaxy

Physicists find evidence for the long-speculated supermassive binary blackhole in Markarian 231 galaxy, advancing our understanding in the formation of galaxies.

Local Anesthetics May Affect Children’s Tooth Growth

Exposure to high levels of local anesthetics caused cell death in pig teeth and young human tooth cells.

Douglas Lin Wins 2015 Catherine Wolfe Bruce Gold Medal

Professor Douglas Lin has been awarded the 2015 Catherine Wolfe Bruce Gold Medal for his achievements in astronomy.

Japan & Singapore Jostle For Top Uni Rankings

East Asian universities dominate both the Times Higher Education and Quacquarelli Symonds rankings yet again in 2015.

Asian Universities Excel In 2015 QS World University Rankings

The National University of Singapore has been named Asia's top university in the 2015 QS World University Rankings.