viruses
Monkeys Harbor Diverse Astroviruses, Including Human Strains
The discovery that monkeys in Bangladesh and Cambodia can harbor viruses normally found in pigs, birds and humans challenges the paradigm that astroviruses are species-specific.
Asia’s Rising Scientists: Chan Yoke-Fun
We learn about the many roles infectious disease expert Dr. Chan Yoke-Fun has to juggle in this month's Asia's Rising Scientists.
How Virus-Infected Cells Decide Whether To Fight Or Die
To die or not to die? Scientists have identified the genes involved in the decision to fight or commit suicide in cells infected with influenza viruses.
Majority Of South Korean MERS Cases Hospital Acquired
While MERS does not appear to be spreading outside of hospitals in South Korea, quarantine measures have not been well enforced.
Small Non-Coding RNAs Can Cross The Placenta, Scientists Say
Researchers claim that small exogenous RNAs from plants eaten by a mother can cross the placenta and affect fetal development.
Mapping The Evolution Of The 2014 Ebola Outbreak
Researchers have sequenced 175 full-length Ebola genomes, detailing the evolution of the virus during the 2014 outbreak.
Trying Not to Go Viral
Infectious diseases such as dengue and influenza continue to plague the world despite our best efforts to develop vaccines and drugs. Sim Shuzhen takes stock of how scientists are faring in the fight against seemingly indomitable foes.
Will Wolbachia Work? Model Says Yes
Introducing Wolbachia bacteria into the dengue-carrying mosquito population could reduce the number of dengue infections, especially in high transmission settings.
The Unsung Heroes Of Biomedical Research
Asian Scientist Magazine brings you the motley crew of model organisms that pioneered discovery in the 21st century.
