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Tohoku University
28 Mar 2024
Tohoku University researchers have created a reliable means of predicting the performance of a new and promising type of catalysts. Their breakthrough will speed up the development of efficient catalysts for both alkaline and acidic environments, thereby saving time and effort in future endeavors to create better fuel cells.
Tomoki Kajikawa, co-author of the study, installing the PM2.5 measurement system at the site in Qaanaaq (Photo provided by Tomoki Kajikawa)
Hokkaido University
28 Mar 2024
A case study on the effects of open waste burning on air quality in Northwestern Greenland calls attention to the importance of no-one-left-behind sustainable air quality monitoring in the Arctic region.
Delegation from Beijing Normal University at Zhuhai and East China Normal University visit Lingnan University
Lingnan University (LU)
28 Mar 2024
Lingnan University's Department of Psychology was honoured to host delegations from Beijing Normal University at Zhuhai (BNU Zhuhai) and East China Normal University (ECNU) for a series of enriching visits and academic exchanges. These visits were a significant milestone in fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing between the institutions.
Cover artwork for the report Preparing  National Research  Ecosystems for AI: STRATEGIES & PROGRESS IN 2024
International Science Council Regional Focal Point for Asia and the Pacific
27 Mar 2024
A comprehensive analysis of the integration of artificial intelligence in science and research across various countries. It addresses both the advancements made and the challenges faced in this field.
Uncontrollable proliferation of TNBC cells via the excessive degradation of p27 by AIbZIP
Hiroshima University
27 Mar 2024
May prove to be therapeutic target in breast cancer treatment
Osaka University
27 Mar 2024
Researchers from Monash University and Osaka University have unveiled a groundbreaking discovery regarding the pivotal role of sensory neurons in orchestrating tissue repair and regeneration, offering significant promise for patients with poorly healing tissues and diabetes.
Scanning electron micrographs of melanosomes
Osaka Metropolitan University
27 Mar 2024
Numerical basis found for picosecond laser endpoints in effective clinical treatments with fewer complications
Tohoku University
26 Mar 2024
Scientists successfully addressed mathematical challenges in conventional Spectral Matrix analysis, used to analyze three-component seismic signals, by introducing time-delay components. The new technique enables the characterization of various polarized waves and the detection of seismic events that have previously gone unnoticed by conventional methods. These findings pave the way for improving a variety of applications, including earthquake detection.
Singapore University of Technology and Design
26 Mar 2024
Bilingualism is often associated with stronger executive function. SUTD and NUS scientists found that early bilingual acquisition can also protect cognitive processes that facilitate our social and emotional skills against normal age-related decline.
Osaka University
26 Mar 2024
Researchers from Osaka University used machine learning to identify subgroups of trauma patients who are more likely to survive their injuries if treated with tranexamic acid. This treatment controls bleeding and thereby prevents death from hemorrhage. The team also identified subgroups of trauma patients who do not benefit from tranexamic acid. These findings should help guide treatment decisions after traumatic injury and provide trauma patients with more personalized care.
Tohoku University
25 Mar 2024
AI is revolutionizing the way researchers seek to identify new materials, but it still has some shortcomings. Now, a team of researchers has navigated AI’s pitfalls to identify a thermoelectric material that boasts remarkable properties.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
25 Mar 2024
- The new photocatalyst is capable of generating methane production 51 times greater compared to commercial TiO2 photocatalysts by improving the surface and electrical properties with amorphous In2TiO5/MoSe2 photocatalysts - The research results were published in Chemical Engineering Journal, a prestigious international journal in the field of energy and environment.
The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK)
25 Mar 2024
The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) held the final pitching for the 2023/24 edition of its Education+ and Social Entrepreneurs Fund (EASE Fund) yesterday (18 March). Each of the five winning start-up teams, comprising EdUHK students, staff and alumni, was awarded a comprehensive package of entrepreneurial support worth up to HK$300,000. This encompasses seed funding, consultation with experts, training, and essential resources, all geared towards empowering these aspiring entrepreneurs to transform their visions into reality.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
- Expectations to build a superior domestic and international research network through research excellence, leading global interdisciplinary research and enhancing global research capabilities.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
- Prof. Sang Hyun Park of the Department of Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering has developed a logical anomaly detection technology that utilizes segmentation results through artificial intelligence (AI). - The research results were published by the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AAAI), the premier AI conference, in February 2024.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
- DGIST startup company “SeaWith” recognized for its excellence in seaweed cultured meat production technology
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
- DGIST Prof. Hyuk-Jun Kwon's team has developed neuromorphic devices using ferroelectrics and two-dimensional channels. - Similar to the human brain, they perform both computational and memory functions –– but 10,000 times faster than synapses with minimal energy consumption. - Their application to next-generation AI semiconductor technology is anticipated.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
- A team led by DGIST Professor Jeongho Kwak proposes VisionScaling algorithm, enhancing user experience in 6G vision services while conserving energy in mobile devices - Efficient technology development anticipated to enhance user experience in various vision services of the upcoming 6G era (AR/XR, autonomous driving, etc.)
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
Revelation of the molecular code for constructing brain neural circuits With identification of the characteristics of excitatory synapses and memory cognition regulation mechanisms mediated by synaptic gene microexons - A research team led by DGIST Prof. Jaewon Ko has unearthed the microexon molecular code for the formation of synaptic signal patterns through the synaptic adhesion protein LAR-RPTP. - This finding is expected to provide crucial clues for the development of new brain disease treatments targeting protein complexes.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
- Presents eight models of micro-open innovation dynamics, suggesting strategies for corporate open innovation - Published in the Technological Forecasting and Social Change (TFSC) journal, among the top 1% in the global innovation economy field
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
24 Mar 2024
- Development of 'Inorganic-Organic Thermoelectric Composite' from Low-Temperature Inorganic Thermoelectric Materials and Conductive Polymers, Ensuring Efficiency and Flexibility - Research findings published in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
Tohoku University
22 Mar 2024
A team of researchers has proposed a new concept for magnet-based memory devices, which might revolutionize information storage devices owing to their potential for large-scale integration, non-volatility, and high durability.
Tohoku University
22 Mar 2024
The means to synthesize ammonia from nitrogen and hydrogen gas has been around since the early 20th century. Despite its current widespread usage, it has significant environmental drawbacks. Now, researchers from Tohoku University have unveiled a new, environmentally friendly means of producing this widely used chemical.
Duke-NUS Medical School
21 Mar 2024
Scientists from Duke-NUS Medical School have identified a gene that plays a crucial role in regulating energy supply to cells that drive kidney failure. This discovery concerning the gene, named WWP2, offers a new target for therapies aimed at mitigating kidney scarring and damage.
21 Mar 2024
At least one in a dozen stars show evidence of planetary ingestion according to a paper published in Nature today.
A transparent film made from the new recyclable polymer developed in this study
Hokkaido University
21 Mar 2024
Cellulose, abundantly available from plant biomass, can be converted into molecules used to make a new class of recyclable polymers, to sustainably replace some plastics.
MAP Academy
19 Mar 2024
In the late 1930s, French archaeologists discovered a large and remarkable group of ivory sculptures, in Afghanistan's Begram (present-day Bagram). Stipulated to have been used as accents or embellishments for wooden furniture, these carved objects showcase a blend of Greco-Roman, Central Asian, Mediterranean, and Indic stylistic influences. Despite the political upheavals in the region, some of these ivory artefacts still survive. Explore how ongoing scholarly efforts shed light on the historical significance of these art objects, highlighting the cultural connections that were built and flourished along the Silk Road.
Osaka Metropolitan University
19 Mar 2024
Understanding electron behavior and surface structure of triphenylene thin film molecules deposited on graphite substrates under light irradiation
Osaka University
19 Mar 2024
Researchers from Osaka University conducted a series of participatory deliberation workshops at Osaka University in which the participants were asked to consider issues of future society and manufacturing, in general, and as they relate to hydrothermally produced porous glass. In workshops where the perspective of “imaginary future generations” was adopted, participants’ perceptions of the technology’s feasibility and future potentiality changed significantly.
Starch
Newcastle University in Singapore
19 Mar 2024
The 12th Starch Value Chain ASIA conference was held in Vientiane, at Crowne Plaza Hotel, from February 27 to 29, 2024. The conference encompassed four key themes: Asia’s starch markets, industrial and food-grade tapioca starch in Laos with expansion plans, sustainable climate-smart agri-technology for rice and cassava cultivation, and challenges for future growth in Asia's biogas-to-energy sector.