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How To Reduce Drag Forces: Study Windswept Daffodils
A daffodil's uniquely-shaped, twisted stem enables it to turn away from wind and protect its petals, and could inspire better bridge design.
Leukemia Drug Could Treat Type 2 Diabetes
A drug currently used for leukemia has been shown to improve insulin sensitivity while causing less side effects than other drugs.
Microbial ‘Tattletales’ In The Gut May Diagnose Diabetes Early On
Gut microbial biomarkers can tell many stories about your health status—they may even be able to diagnose type 2 diabetes before onset, allowing for preventive action.
GenomeAsia 100K To Sequence 100,000 Asian Genomes
GenomeAsia 100K, a non-profit consortium, aims to generate genomic information for Asian populations and promote genetic understanding.
A Microchip That Can Mimic Bone Tissues
This microchip accurately predicts and reproduces the physiological phenomena that occur in human and animal bone tissues.
Melting Our Way Towards Solid-State Batteries
Researchers have developed a method to make all-solid-state lithium batteries that will not catch fire or explode.
How Mosquitoes Locate Veins So Quickly
Two olfactory receptors expressed on a mosquito's stylet are crucial for the accurate and efficient identification of veins for blood sucking.
Gene Suppression Makes Memories
Gene repression, rather than the previously assumed protein translation, could play an important role in memory and learning, scientists say.
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.
