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NTU Named World’s Best Young University Fourth Year In A Row

NTU leads the charge of young Asia-Pacific universities that occupy seven of the top 10 spots in this year's QS Top 50 Under 50.

Rain Determines Whether Peat Is A Carbon Sink Or Source

Even undisturbed peatlands might release rather than trap carbon dioxide, depending on seasonal rainfall patterns.

Scientists Discover A Mutation That Prevents Glaucoma

Although other variants of the LOXL1 gene have been linked to glaucoma, the p.Y407F mutation offers a 25-fold protection against the disease.

When Science Helps Governments Manage Risk And Innovation

Robust scientific evidence can help governments deal with threats and get the most out of new technologies, said UK Government Chief Scientific Advisor Sir Mark Walport.

NUS Tops Inaugural THE Asia-Pacific University Rankings

The National University of Singapore was ranked first among 243 universities in the Asia-Pacific region in the inaugural Times Higher Education Asia-Pacific University Rankings.

Subra Suresh Announced As NTU Singapore’s Incoming President

Professor Subra Suresh, who led the US National Science Foundation from 2010 to 2013, will take office as NTU Singapore’s fourth President on January 1, 2018.

Protein That Protects Women From Heart Disease Identified

Raised levels of thymosin beta-4 in the plasma samples of women accurately predicted their risk of heart disease.

On The Prowl For Smarter AI

PROWLER.io is developing next-generation machine learning algorithms for more powerful AI.

AI: A Digital Swiss Army Knife

Like the multi-purpose pocket tool, artificial intelligence is adding value across diverse industries from healthcare to financial services.