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Hideo Hosono Receives 2018 Von Hippel Award
Tokyo Tech’s Professor Hideo Hosono received the Von Hippel Award from the Materials Research Society for his research on superconductors.
Discoverer Of GFP Osamu Shimomura Dies At 90 (In Memoriam)
Professor Osamu Shimomura’s discovery of green fluorescent protein in 1962 continues to shed light on the biomolecular pathways of biology.
Tasuku Honjo Wins 2018 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
Professor Tasuku Honjo was recognized for his discovery of PD-1, which paved the way for modern cancer immunotherapy.
Lee Sang Yup Wins 2018 Eni Award
Lee was recognized for his work in metabolic engineering, which has resulted in the sustainable development of chemical products, fuels and non-food biomass materials.
Fiber Optics Pioneer Charles Kao Dies At 84 (In Memoriam)
Professor Charles Kao pioneered the development of optic fiber technology for which he was awarded the 2009 Nobel Prize in Physics.
Helping Research Collaborations Flourish
Plant the seed of collaboration well, and an ecosystem of meaningful research will grow from it, says Professor Lam Khin Yong.
Singapore Scientist Receives CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholarship
As a CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar, Dr. Wan Yue will receive ~US$77,000 in research funding and have access to specialized leadership and communication training.
Igniting Innovation: Grace Chew of Hydroemission
Understanding your core competency and aligning your goals with collaborators are key to open innovation, says Grace Chew, CEO of Hydroemission.
UNIST Recognizes Six ‘Rising Star’ Scientists
The title ‘Rising-Star Distinguished Professor’ is awarded to eminent professors who are under the age of 45.
