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Nanofilter Uses Less Energy To Purify Wastewater

The nanofilter, which combines two of the final steps in the wastewater treatment process, could reduce the energy needed by up to five times.

Researchers Find Strong Genetic Risk Factor For Kidney Disease

A strong genetic risk factor exists for IgA nephropathy, the most common inflammatory kidney disease worldwide.

IBM To Establish Blockchain Innovation Hub In Singapore

The Center will develop applications and solutions that are based on enterprise blockchain, cyber-security and cognitive computing technologies.

OncomiRs, A Promising Target To Treat Lung Cancer

Researchers have discovered a class of small RNA molecules, known as oncomiRs, which is responsible for fueling lung cancer.

Going To ‘Wars’ In Blood Vessels

The gene Wars2 plays a central role in the formation of blood vessels, and could be a possible new drug target for treating cancer and heart disease.

Microfluidic Device Tests Alternating Electric Field Therapy In 3D

The new device allows researchers to produce an alternating electric field in a 3D environment.

ASLAN Pharma Raises US$23 Million In Pre-IPO Financing Round

The financing round has attracted support from both new and existing investors, including from Taiwan.

Circulating Cells In Cancer Patients’ Blood Not Always Cancerous

Contrary to the decades-long belief that these cells are always malignant, researchers have found that they may also come from the blood vessels that line the tumor, rather than from the tumor itself.

Five Beautiful Quotes from Asian Scientists (VIDEO)

From waxing lyrical about the hope of life, to boldly lauding the potential of the Asian market, who knew scientists could be such poets?