southeast asia
One Third Of Malaria Drugs Failed Quality Tests
A systematic review of over 9,000 analyses since 1946 found that 30 percent of the antimalarial drugs from Asia, Africa and South America failed quality tests.
WHO Declares Southeast Asia Polio-Free
After three years of zero polio cases, the World Health Organization has certified that Southeast Asia is polio-free.
Drug-Resistant Malaria Gaining Ground In SE Asia
Although malaria deaths and diagnoses have declined, a worrying drug-resistance is emerging in Southeast Asia.
Southeast Asia “Hotspot” for Emerging Infectious Diseases
With increased urbanization and air travel, Southeast Asia has become a “hotspot” for emerging infectious diseases, experts say.
Crystal Clear: Asia’s Advances In Structural Biology
Charu Chaudhry celebrates Asia's many achievements in structural biology in the International Year of Crystallography.
Gene Mutation Links Asian & European Ancestors
A new study has shown how a specific mutation in the SLC24A5 gene provides evidence of shared ancestry of Asians with Europeans.
Alvogen Partially Acquires Lotus Pharma For US$200 Million
Lotus Pharmaceutical has signed a deal with US-based drug maker Alvogen Group Inc, allowing Alvogen to acquire 60 percent of its shares.
7 Must-Read Stories In December 2013
Here are seven must-read stories from the December 2013 issue of Asian Scientist Magazine.
Southeast Asia Going Nuclear
Southeast Asian countries are pushing forward in the use of nuclear power technology, says Barry Desker, Dean of the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies.
