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Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Bang Yung-Jue
On the frontlines of gastric cancer research, Professor Bang Yung-Jue is hoping to expand the arsenal of anticancer drugs and prolong patients’ lives.
Lithium-Sulfur Batteries Power Up With Titanium Nitride
By creating a conductive and robust host for sulfur, researchers in South Korea have found a way to improve the performance of lithium-sulfur batteries.
A ‘House Of Cards’ For Efficient Catalysis
Scientists in South Korea have developed a material that efficiently splits water to generate renewable energy.
Making Flexible Screens That Won’t Crack
Researchers have developed transparent and flexible displays for electronic devices by controlling the distance and interaction between organic polymer chains.
Too Much ETP Is Bad For The Liver
Elevated levels of endotrophin, or ETP, result in liver cell death, leading to inflammation and fibrosis of the liver, scientists find.
Scientists Create ‘Google Map’ For Metabolic Engineering
A team of scientists in South Korea has created a comprehensive metabolic map of pathways for synthesizing industrial bio-based chemicals.
Converting Methane Into Useful Chemicals
Researchers have created a catalyst that can convert methane into formaldehyde at more than twice the previous efficiency.
Shielding Drug Delivery Nanoparticles From Proteins
By coating drug-containing nanoparticles in a shield of engineered proteins, scientists have created a targeted drug delivery system that may improve cancer treatment.
Autophagy: The Link Between Inflammation And Alzheimer’s
A research team in South Korea has shown that inflammation suppresses autophagy in brain-resident immune cells, resulting in progression of Alzheimer's disease.
