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Weekly Update   View this email in your browser Press Releases  Events  Opportunities  More Asia Research News 2025 Out now! Read it now Press Releases Innovative phospholipids enhance mRNA delivery By Hokkaido University Researchers develop innovative phospholipids that improve the functional delivery of mRNA via lipid nanoparticles, paving the way for advanced therapeutic applications. Ottoman Empire's religious 'tolerance' another form of control By Osaka Metropolitan University Non-Muslim communities were recognized, given authority as way to monitor themselves amid Ottoman suspicions in wake of Greek revolt Physics meets art: a new twist on interference patterns By Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo (UTokyo-IIS) Researchers from the Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo, discover brand new one-dimensional diffraction patterns in two-dimensional nanomaterials, with exciting implications Developing AI monitoring systems to assist industrial intelligence upgrade ― Lingnan's President S. Joe Qin and the research team awarded second prize in the Liaoning Provincial Science and Technology Award By Lingnan University (LU) The research jointly conducted by Prof S. Joe Qin, President and Wai Kee Kau Chair Professor of Data Science at Lingnan University in Hong Kong, and the research team from Northeastern University, has been awarded the Second Prize of Liaoning Provincial Science and Technology Award. Artificial cells that glow at room temperature in response to external target molecules By Ehime University We created novel artificial cells by encapsulating a riboswitch-gene fusion with wheat germ extract in liposomes. These non-living cells promoted the expression of a glowing protein encoded in the gene in response to an external target at room temperature. Mechanisms stabilizing Japanese moorlands, species asynchrony, and species and compositional stability By YOKOHAMA National University YNU researchers analyzed how vascular plant species richness, asynchrony, bryophyte cover, and other factors influence the temporal stability of plant communities. Nature's viny vampire: Discovering what drives parasitic Cuscuta campestris By Osaka Metropolitan University Suppression of the CcMCA1 gene has potential in halting invasive plant species Singapore scientists map tumours for better, more precise treatments in stomach cancer By Duke-NUS Medical School Using cutting-edge spatial and genetic tools, Singapore scientists have uncovered two gastric cancer tumour subgroups, characterising their unique cellular states, immune responses and interactions with their surroundings. Humans as hardware: computing with biological tissue By The University of Osaka A researcher from The University of Osaka shows that human tissue can be used to process data and perform computational tasks Advances in Smart Gel Technology Transform Controlled Drug Release By National Taiwan University Researchers from the Institute of Polymer Science and Engineering, National Taiwan University, have developed a smart gel that responds to multiple stimuli for precise drug release. Japanese researchers argue ChatGPT is ready to teach medical ethics By Hiroshima University The current capabilities of large language models already qualify them to advise students on medical ethics Build it and they shall come By Osaka Metropolitan University Examining the effects of the ONIKURU multifunctional facility on daily walking time Entangled in Self-discovery: Quantum Computers Analyze Their Own Entanglement By Tohoku University Quantum computers can solve calculations that would take traditional computers thousands of years in mere minutes. What if that analytical power is turned inwards? Unlocking the Potential of the Heavy Atom Effect in Metal Clusters By Tohoku University A novel method to improve the photoluminescent efficiency of metal clusters has been developed – which could potentially be used in applications such as bioimaging or display technologies. Team discovers novel global cooperative phenomena of cell interactions in cervical cancer cells By YOKOHAMA National University YNU research team discovered a novel global cooperative phenomenon in cervical cancer cells, suggesting they are metabolically connected. Nickel(0) and boron, together at last in square-planar complexes By The University of Osaka Researchers from The University of Osaka report a new class of transition metal complexes with direct nickel-boron bonds without additional support. Effect of Sulfur Composition on Tin Sulfide for Improving Solar Cell Performance By Tohoku University Researchers investigated different compositions of tin sulfides to find the ideal material for devices that harness solar energy. From parity to progress: Women in STEMM call for equity, mentorship and inclusive leadership at 2025 symposium By Duke-NUS Medical School Hosted by Duke-NUS, the International Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics & Medicine (STEMM) Symposium draws over 350 attendees from healthcare, academia and public sectors. Symposium sparks cross-sector dialogue in leadership, mentorship and shaping a more equitable STE First Joint Oscillation Analysis of Super-Kamiokande Atmospheric and T2K Accelerator Neutrino Data By Osaka Metropolitan University The Super-Kamiokande and Tokai-to-Kamioka (T2K) Collaborations have produced a first joint analysis of their data Apixaban Reduces Clot Risk in Dialysis Patients After Vascular Procedure By National Taiwan University A study shows apixaban lowers clot recurrence in dialysis patients post-thrombectomy, with minor bleeding risks. John Edward Sache: A Prussian Photographer in British India By MAP Academy In 1864, Prussian photographer John Edward Sache arrived in Calcutta and set up a studio in partnership with WF Westfield. From albumen prints of cityscapes to controversial photographs of Indians, Sache's career embodied British imperial attitudes to colonised landscapes and peoples. World's first! Found a new key with lactic acid bacteria to prevent cervical cancer By Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) - A joint research team from DGIST, Kyungpook National University Chilgok Hospital, and Dongguk University has revealed the identity of cervical stem cells for the first time in the world - The research presents new possibilities for cervical cancer prevention and treatment using lactic acid bacte DGIST Opens Graduate School of Engineering Practice Gumi Campus… Opening a new chapter in local industrial innovation! By Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) - Fostering field-ready professionals to lead future high-tech industries such as semiconductors, AI, and robotics - Expected to strengthen local industrial competitiveness by invigorating research based on industry–academia collaboration DGIST Has Found a breakthrough in Eco-friendly Solar Cells! By Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) - Implemented powerful solar cells without lead and cadmium! Improved power conversion efficiency by 8.26%. - Increased solar cell efficiency by greatly increasing charge carrier diffusion length! Birth of an eco-friendly innovative technology. DGIST Published A Study on Open Innovation in the Korean-Japanese-German Automotive Industry in an International Journal By Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) - Empirical analysis of how digital transformation is changing the open innovation structure of the automotive industry - A comparison of Korea, Japan, and Germany revealed differences in collaboration across the three countries DGIST Professor Cheil Moon Received the Minister of Science, ICT and Future Planning Award for Strengthening Korea's Profile in Science and Technology Through His Activities in International Organizations By Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) Professor Moon received the Minister of Science, ICT and Future Planning Award for his activities as a Korean member of the Council of Scientists for the Human Frontier Science Program (HFSP), an international organization supporting frontier research in the sciences, and for his contributions to fo The University of Osaka and research partners launch open-source quantum computer OS By The University of Osaka All-in-one OS developed in Japan is fully customizable from set-up through operation and is available via GitHub Revealing Brain Energy Dynamics: Decoding the Response to Epileptic Seizures By Tohoku University Researchers at Tohoku University examined the change in brain energy dynamics from induced seizures - which could potentially help us better understand individuals with epilepsy. How Light Helps Plants Survive Harsh Environments By National Taiwan University Researchers at National Taiwan University discovered how light stabilizes a key stress-response protein, offering insights into improving crop resilience to harsh environments. 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