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MIT Technology Review’s Regional ‘Innovators Under 35’ Returns

Innovators under the age of 35 from Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand and Taiwan can now apply for the regional 2017 Innovators Under 35 list.

Power-Sharing Model Could Widen Energy Access In ASEAN

ASEAN firms should be allowed to sell electricity across borders like in Europe, say experts—but setting up a transboundary grid across islands remains a major challenge.

Is Change Really Coming? The Role Of Science In The Duterte Administration

It remains to be seen if Philippines president-elect Rodrigo Duterte will shine a spotlight on science and technology when he assumes office on June 30.

7 Must-Read Stories In May 2016

From a Zika expert’s insights to India’s thrifty space spending, here are the stories that attracted the most clicks in May.

In Low- & Middle-Income Countries, Healthcare Coverage Favors The Rich

Copying the healthcare systems in developed economies is “not the answer” for quality care in low- to middle-income countries, a study says.

8 Scientists From The Philippines To Watch (VIDEO)

These eight individuals from various fields and industries are working towards solving real-life problems that many Filipinos face.

Attracting Angels: Earl Valencia on S&T Investment

Earl Valencia set up the IdeaSpace Foundation to encourage innovation in the Philippines, where startup founders still face barriers to opportunities and angel investment.

Traffic Woes? Big Data To The Rescue

OpenTraffic, an open-source big data platform, provides real-time traffic data to transportation agencies and city planners in Manila in the hopes of reducing traffic congestion.

Celebrating Excellence in Asia With The Asian Scientist 100

These rising stars and veterans hail from diverse sectors in industry and academia, but they all share in one common mission—to make tomorrow a better place for you and me.