southeast asia
Existing Drugs Could Help Beat Betel Nut Addiction
The betel nut addiction may be treated with drugs for nicotine addiction as they involve the same receptors in the brain.
Dengue Epidemic Linked To El Niño Effect
A cross-border epidemiological study on the dengue epidemic in Southeast Asia has linked high temperatures caused by El Niño effect with spikes of dengue cases.
Worrying Trends In Rubber Expansion Across Southeast Asia
The expansion of rubber plantations in Southeast Asia is not only destroying biodiversity but is a sub-optimal use of land, scientists say.
Eight Scientific Facts About The Haze
What do we know about the causes and effects of the haze? Here are eight scientific facts about it.
Leptospirosis Study Unmasks Global Impact
A systematic review on leptospirosis sheds a light on its occurrence in Asia, as scientists implore policymakers to set up better systems for the surveillance and treatment of this neglected disease.
US Science Envoy Visits Vietnam, Laos & Thailand
U.S. science envoy Dr. Geraldine Richmond is visiting Southeast Asia this week to foster collaborations in the Lower Mekong region.
NUS Launches Singapore’s First Natural History Museum
The US$41 million Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum is an important resource for Southeast Asian biodiversity researchers.
Thais Show The Way To Power Rural Areas
Beyond technology, bringing power to the rural areas involves harnessing community involvements, writes Yao-Hua Law.
Greener Nylon Production On The Cards
Researchers have developed a low energy method for producing nylon that generates fewer greenhouse gases.
