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Marine Sponges Make Up Bulk Of Oceans’ Microbial Diversity

Genetic analysis of these ancient multicellular lifeforms revealed enormous complexity: one single sponge species contained 12,000 different microbes.

Ancient Marsupial Enjoyed Eating Escargot

Researchers have discovered the fossil remains of carnivorous Australian marsupials that ate snails and lived 15 million years ago.

In Low- & Middle-Income Countries, Healthcare Coverage Favors The Rich

Copying the healthcare systems in developed economies is “not the answer” for quality care in low- to middle-income countries, a study says.

China’s Torch Program Launches US$77 Million Australian Precinct

The US$77 million Torch Innovation Precinct at the University of New South Wales is the first such partnership outside of China.

Fish Getting ‘Drunk’ From High Carbon Dioxide Levels: Study

By 2100, marine life in half the world’s surface oceans are expected to be affected by carbon dioxide intoxication, which is a condition known as hypercapnia.

A Blueprint For Quantum Computers In Silicon

Researchers have designed a 3D silicon chip architecture based on single atom quantum bits, providing a blueprint for building a large-scale quantum computer.

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.

7 Must-Read Stories In October 2015

From driverless cars to liquid microfluidics sensors, research from Singapore is heavily featured in our top articles published in October 2015.

Crucial Hurdle In Quantum Computing Overcome

For the first time, researchers have built the basic building block of a quantum computer—a two-qubit logic gate—and have done so using existing silicon technology.