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Study: Chewing Betel Quid Linked To Oral Cancer
Chewing betel quid exposes its 600 million users to substances that act as direct carcinogens in the mouth, scientists are reporting in a new study.
US May Lose To Asia In Medical R&D, Researchers Warn
U.S. researchers warn that strong, sustained growth in research spending in Asian nations contrasts with U.S. cuts and short-term approach – and a 'brain drain' could result.
NIH Scientists Identify New AIDS-Like Disease In Asia
Researchers have identified an AIDS-like condition in Southeast Asia that is caused by an antibody that compromises the immune systems of HIV-negative people.
Takeda Initiates Phase 3 Trial For Lung Cancer Drug
Takeda Pharma announced yesterday the initiation of a Phase 3 clinical trial involving 400 patients across Japan, Hong Kong, South Korea, and Taiwan.
Six Winners Chosen For Asia’s Nobel Prize, The Ramon Magsaysay Award
Six individuals across Asia will receive Asia's premier prize, the 2012 Ramon Magsaysay Award, announced the Foundation on Thursday.
Experts Discuss Asia’s R&D Future At Tokyo Conference
Science policy makers in Asia must focus on innovation and cut out programs that don't work, urged two science experts from Taiwan and Japan.
Taiwanese Biochemist Wins 2012 Nikkei Asia Prize
Nikkei Inc.'s 2012 Nikkei Asia Prizes have been awarded to Taiwanese biochemist Chi-Huey Wong, Chinese environmental activist Yang Yong, and Sybil Wettasinghe, a Sri Lankan writer and illustrator.
Want To Quit Smoking? Try Exercising Daily For 30 Minutes.
New data suggests that exercise may help smokers quit and remain smoke-free. Moreover, exercise helps both smokers and non-smokers live longer.
Asia-Pacific Is New Scientific Leader, Experts Say
Asia-Pacific is producing the latest developments in science, according to three science and academic leaders from the United States, Canada, and Singapore in the journal Science.
