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How The Immune System Spots Melioidosis Bacteria

Researchers have found that cell fusion—rather than the bacteria itself—is what alerts the immune system to Burkholderia pseudomallei infection.

Subra Suresh Honored With 2020 ASME Medal

NTU Singapore President Subra Suresh has been awarded the American Society of Mechanical Engineers’ highest honor, the ASME Medal.

Bilingualism Delays The Brain’s Aging Process

If you can speak two languages, sticking with one or the other could help prevent age-related cognitive decline, scientists say.

Carving a Niche—An Interview With John Fung Of The Centre Of Innovation For Electronics & IoT

The Centre of Innovation for Electronics & IoT supports local enterprises in developing innovations to help grow their business and give it that competitive edge.

‘Keystone’ Species Key To Rebuilding Gut Microbiota After Antibiotics

The discovery of gut bacteria critical to restoring gut health offers new insights into microbiome recovery after antibiotic treatment.

Diagnosing COVID-19 In An Hour

Researchers in Singapore have developed a point-of-care diagnostic system for COVID-19 that is portable, easy to use and produces results in about an hour.

Engineered For Innovation (VIDEO)

Peter Ho, CEO of engineering company HOPE Technik, aims to deliver bespoke engineering solutions with real-world impact.

Test Detects SARS-CoV-2 Neutralizing Antibodies In Hours

Not only is it much faster than conventional tests, it does not need to be performed in special biosafety laboratories.

Some Uninfected People Have T-Cell Immunity To COVID-19

Researchers were surprised to find memory T-cells in people with no history of SARS, COVID-19, or contact with SARS or COVID-19 patients.