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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 Colder temperatures increase gastroenteritis risk in Rohingya refugee camps By Hokkaido University Colder temperatures are linked with increased risk of diarrhea among Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, emphasizing the need for climate-sensitive health strategies in refugee settings. Generative AI's diagnostic capabilities comparable to non-specialist doctors By Osaka Metropolitan University Meta-analysis of medical research with LLMs reveals diagnostic accuracy Precision-Shaped Crystals Cu2O Unlock New Potential for Clean Energy Catalysts By National Taiwan University By tailoring crystal shape, researchers boost oxygen reduction performance, paving the way for cost-effective fuel cell technologies. A New Take on the Abilities of Hydrogen Binding Energy for Use in Single Atom Catalysts By Tohoku University Conventional thinking holds that the metal site in single atom catalysts (SACs) has been a limiting factor to the continued improvement of the design and, therefore, the continued improvement of the capability of these SACs. KAUST Professor Carlos Duarte Wins Prestigious Japan Prize for Pioneering Marine Science Research By King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Professor Carlos M. Duarte, Ibn Sina Distinguished Professor of Marine Science, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), has been awarded the Japan Prize. Second time a KAUST scientist receives the award. Shin-Etsu Chemical and Hokkaido University Develop Lipid Nanoparticle Production System Capable of Both Small-Batch, High-Mix Production and Mass Production By Hokkaido University Shin-Etsu Chemical and Hokkaido University have developed system for the production of lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) that incorporates a microfluidic device. Antibiotic-resistant E. albertii on the rise in Bangladeshi chicken shops By Osaka Metropolitan University Widespread contamination by emerging foodborne pathogen detected in retail chicken meat Mapping change: Decades of satellite imagery reveal new insights into river mobility An analysis of satellite imagery of major river systems in the Philippines has revealed surprising insights into how rivers behave, with significant implications for river management in tropical settings. Lingnan University leads delegation to nine UK universities and signs its first MoU with the University of Sheffield By Lingnan University (LU) To further strengthen Lingnan University's global academic network, Prof S. Joe Qin, President and Wai Kee Kau Chair Professor of Data Science of Lingnan University; Prof Bradley R. Phosphorylation Triggers Liquid-liquid Phase Separation of Tau and Results in Tau Aggregation at the Nuclear Envelope By National Taiwan University Phosphorylation of tau protein triggers the formation of phase-separated liquid droplets of tau, known as liquid-liquid phase separation, in a temperature-dependent and reversible mechanism. Farm robot autonomously navigates, harvests among raised beds By Osaka Metropolitan University Autonomous driving algorithm for robot using lidar shows promise with high-bed cultivation methods Menopause at an Early Age Can Exacerbate Cognitive Decline By Tohoku University Why does dementia affect more women than men? To help solve this mystery, researchers uncovered a new risk factor: age of menopause onset. Smarter Molecule Discovery with AI: A Leap Forward in Molecular Design By National Taiwan University Graph neural networks with uncertainty quantification enable reliable exploration of vast chemical spaces for material and drug discovery. A New Era in Materials Science: Antiferromagnetic Quasicrystals Unveiled By Tohoku University Quasicrystals are intriguing materials with long-range atomic order that lack periodicity. It has been a longstanding question whether antiferromagnetism, while commonly found in regular crystals, is even possible in quasicrystals. Uncovering the molecular drivers of liver cancer By Hiroshima University Researchers discover that inflammation and aging contribute to non-viral liver cancer development. Green tea's role in reversing some of the pathway dysregulation that may contribute to the cancer development and other therapies explored. No Butterfingers in Baseball: Understanding Slip Between Fingertips and the Ball By Tohoku University Back in 2021, MLB decided to crack down on pitchers' use of resin to grip the ball better. As a result, the average spin of a pitch dropped, and batters hit more balls. A team of researchers has explored the phenomenon behind this. Explainable AI for ship navigation raises trust, decreases human error By Osaka Metropolitan University New AI model explains the basis for its decisions and the intention behind actions Unlocking a Greener Pathway for Biomass Conversion and Hydrogen Production By National Taiwan University A sustainable technology is unveiled to decouple chemical biomass oxidation from hydrogen production, offering new opportunities for carbon-neutral manufacturing. Rise and shine: Natural light lessens morning fatigue By Osaka Metropolitan University Light conditions in the morning before waking up affect restfulness Atomic Dance Unlocks Efficient CO2 Conversion By National Taiwan University Real-time X-ray analysis reveals how single atoms dynamically adapt to boost CO2-to-CO conversion. New breakthrough in cancer treatment: tiny vesicles help the immune system fight tumors By Kanazawa University Scientists at the Nano Life Science Institute (WPI-NanoLSI), Kanazawa University and colleagues have developed a promising new approach to cancer treatment. Decoding how cells communicate by high-speed imaging of molecular couriers By Kanazawa University Nano Life Science Institute (WPI-NanoLSI), Kanazawa University, demonstrates a novel approach for nanoscopic profiling of small extracellular vesicles (sEVs) using high-speed atomic force microscopy (HS-AFM) videography. 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