women in science

Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Usa Thisyakorn

Professor Usa Thisyakorn, chairman of the Asian Dengue Vaccine Advocacy, hopes to present a united front against dengue in Thailand.

Raising Geese Over Daughters

It is more profitable to raise geese than daughters, or so says a Chinese proverb. How far have we really come in terms of gender equality and parity?

Tea And Mitochondria

It is only fitting that ex-biochemistry professor, Sit Kim Ping, weaves terms such as “mitochondria” and “ATP” into her handmade quilts.

The Women Of The Asian Scientist 100 (VIDEO)

From the co-discoverer of carbon nanotubes to the first Chinese woman to win a Nobel Prize, here are the 15 female scientists featured on the AS100 list.

$25K ASEAN-US Science Prize For Women Scientists Leading Climate Change Fight

The US$25,000 ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women will recognize an early to mid-career woman scientist from the ASEAN region whose research focuses on sustainable energy.

Bloom Where You Are Planted

Even though she wasn't given an opportunity to study science earlier in life, retired NUS botany Professor Gloria Lim eventually made a name for herself in mycology.

Neo Mei Lin & Ling Xing Yi Awarded 2015 L’Oréal Singapore National Fellowships

Drs. Neo Mei Lin and Ling Xing Yi have been recognized for their contributions to marine biodiversity and materials science respectively.

Gender Stereotypes Affect Math Performance

A study in Singaporean primary school children has shown that the perception that boys are better at mathematics affects how girls perform in the subject.

The Five Guys Who Voice All Documentaries

Ever wondered about the different types of voices behind science documentaries? Mushroom Mum gives us a quick breakdown!