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Detecting COVID-19 With A Single Blow

Through a new breathalyzer developed by Singapore start-up Breathonix, detecting COVID-19 could soon be as quick and easy as blowing into a mouthpiece.

Repackaging The Plastic Problem

Download our white paper to find out how new technologies and global collaborations can address the growing plastic waste problem.

Capturing Curved Objects Through X-rays

A flexible X-ray created by embedding nanocrystals in rubber is paving the way for the ultra-high-resolution imaging of curved objects.

Carving A Niche—An Interview With Dr Rina Lim Of The Center For Innovation In Healthcare

Serving as the bridge between companies and clinics, the Center for Innovation in Healthcare enhances the usability and impact of novel technologies in the healthcare sector.

Meet The Magnet-Controlled Miniature Robots

Measuring the size of a grain of rice, these new miniature robots can move across three dimensions with the help of magnetic fields.

Asian Scientist Magazine’s June 2021 Roundup

Across Asia, scientists are uncovering the paths walked by ancient animals and looking for new ways to tackle dengue and climate change.

Blending Tradition And Technology

With expert advice from IPI Innovation Advisor Dr Ong Mei Horng, HarriAnns Nonya Table found innovative ways to enhance its heritage food product portfolio and strengthen its market position during the challenging pandemic period.

Uncovering The Secrets Of The World’s Toughest Materials

Hexagonal boron nitride’s (h-BN) exceptional toughness comes from its unique structure and composition, helping the material withstand greater stress.

Asia’s Rising Scientists: Loh Huanqian

The quantum realm is Professor Loh Huanqian’s playground, where she assembles atoms and molecules like Lego blocks to achieve scalable quantum computing.