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Gene Variation Could Protect Against ‘Chemobrain’
A genetic variation in the BNDF gene affects whether women undergoing chemotherapy experience the side effect of cognitive impairment.
Singapore And China Universities Strengthen Ties
Three pairs of Chinese and Singaporean universities have launched new joint programs in celebration of 25 years of Sino-Singapore ties.
Why Some Leukemia Cells Have Normal-Looking Chromosomes
About one third of acute myeloid leukemia cases have normal-looking chromosomes due to a mutation in a protein known as nucleophosmin.
What Is Driving The Loss Of Protected Areas?
The larger the protected area, the more likely it is to experience downgrading, downsizing and degazettement.
Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Dr. Kenneth Lee
Information technology has improved our lives, but to continue to enjoy its benefits, we need to ensure that science and engineering win the war for talent, Dr. Kenneth Lee says.
How HPV Hijacks Proteins To Cause Cervical Cancer
Human papilloma viruses use a protein known as EDD1 to destabilize the body's tumor suppressing mechanisms, scientists say.
Singapore Universities Establish First Joint PhD For Engineers
Students seeking to do a PhD in engineering in Singapore now have the option of a joint degree from the National University of Singapore and the Singapore University of Technology and Design.
Culturing Cancer Cells For Personalized Treatments
Researchers have boosted the success rate of culturing circulating tumor cells from blood samples to 60 percent, paving the way for personalized treatments.
7 Must-Read Stories In November 2015
Plant and fungal biology were among the popular topics in November, with stories on gene editing and the sequencing of the dandruff-causing Malassezia.
