space
Nanocrystallized ‘Glass’ Could Shield Spacecraft From UV Radiation
This nanocrystallized glass effectively absorbs UV rays and can withstand radiation for long periods of time.
7 Must-Read Stories In December 2015
From the furthest reaches of space to toxic molecules created by cooking, here's what Asian scientists found out in December 2015.
China’s Wukong Joins The Hunt For Dark Matter
Wukong is the most sensitive dark matter probe to date and China's first mission focused purely on scientific discovery.
Qian Xuesen Lab & PSI To Cooperate On Space Exploration
The Qian Xuesen Lab of the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation has signed an agreement with the Planetary Science Institute.
AKATSUKI Enters Venus’ Orbit, Takes Close Up Photos
JAXA's AKATSUKI has successfully entered Venus' orbit and taken its first few images of the second planet from the Sun.
7 Must-Read Stories In November 2015
Plant and fungal biology were among the popular topics in November, with stories on gene editing and the sequencing of the dandruff-causing Malassezia.
SJTU & UNSW To Conduct Joint Research On Space Materials
Shanghai Jiao Tong University and the University of New South Wales have entered a partnership to establish an innovation hub in advanced materials for space.
Why The Tobacco Plant Gave Up Its Immune System
A mutation in the Rdr1 gene has left Nicotiana benthamiana plants with a weakened immune system but also helped to ensure their survival in harsh climates.
Astrosat’s Soft X-Ray Telescope Sees First Light
India's space observatory satellite, Astrosat, has acquired its first X-ray images of the quasar PKS 2155-304.
