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Weekly Update   View this email in your browser 2026 Magazine Submissions open - Find out more! Press Releases  Events  Opportunities  More Press Releases Taking the sting out of ulcerative colitis By The University of Osaka A team from The University of Osaka found that the intestinal flora works together with the OTUD3 and STING genes to aggravate ulcerative colitis, a disease with no cure that causes major intestinal pain and bloody diarrhea. Stevia leaf extract has potential as anticancer treatment, researchers find By Hiroshima University When fermented with plant-derived bacteria, stevia leaf extract is toxic to pancreatic cancer cells but not to healthy kidney cells Solving an 80-year-old mystery: the crystal structure of a tetra-n-butylammonium bromide hydrate found with synchrotron radiation By YOKOHAMA National University YNU researchers elucidated the crystal structure of TBAB hydrate. Queensland leads global education charge at World Expo 2025 Osaka By Asia Research News 17 July 2025 Scientists repurpose old solar panels to convert CO2 exhaust into valuable chemicals By YOKOHAMA National University Formic acid produced from exhaust CO₂ and discarded silicon materials Discovery of a tRNA methyltransferase with an unusual domain architecture and functional features By Ehime University Identification and characterization of a novel tRNA modification enzyme in the hyperthermophilic archaeon Thermococcus kodakarensis New Cryogenic Shape Memory Alloy Designed for Outer Space By Tohoku University Researchers have created an alloy that maintains its special ability to act as a sort of temperature-activated memory foam at temperatures as low as -200°C – making it highly suitable for space equipment. How money or donations shape what we share about nature By The University of Osaka A study by The University of Osaka and the National Institute for Environmental Studies aimed to understand how different rewards influence citizen contributions to biodiversity data. Observation of Rabi-like Splitting Under Electrical Control in Artificial Magnets By Tohoku University Rabi-like splitting is one of the key concepts in modern quantum technology. Fully understanding it can help us advance our knowledge in quantum information processing. Seeking mathematical beauty in imperfect crystals By The University of Osaka Researchers from The University of Osaka have developed a mathematical model for Volterra defects using differential geometry to analyze the relationships between different types of defects. Lingnan University Statement: Clarification on No Affiliation with SU By Lingnan University (LU) Lingnan University wishes to make clear to the public that despite the use of the name "Lingnan University" within its title, LUSU is not endorsed by or associated with the University. Universal method unlocks entropy calculation for liquids By The University of Osaka A groundbreaking new method developed at The University of Osaka calculates the entropy of liquids using a non-empirical approach, requiring only the atomic species as input. Novel approach reduces alloy microstructure prediction from years to minutes By YOKOHAMA National University YNU researchers develop a novel method to predict alloy microstructures with unprecedented speed and accuracy. One drug offers hope for stroke patients By Osaka Metropolitan University Protein aggregation inhibitor shows lower levels of cell death and paralysis in mice with acute strokes Blades of Light: A Tabletop Method for Generating Megatesla Magnetic Fields By The University of Osaka Researchers at The University of Osaka have developed a novel method for generating ultrahigh magnetic fields via laser-driven implosions of blade-structured microtubes. This method achieves field strengths approaching one megatesla—a breakthrough in compact, high-field plasma science. Team discovers electrochemical method for highly selective single-carbon insertion in aromatic rings By YOKOHAMA National University Method has organic chemistry applications, especially in pharmaceuticals. Lingnan University in Hong Kong awards new scholarships and personalised admissions support for 2025/26 academic year By Lingnan University (LU) With the release of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (DSE) results on 16 July, Lingnan University is rolling out a series of admissions support initiatives to assist this year's candidates in selecting their undergraduate programmes. New Insights into Pd and Pt Catalyst Surface Reconstruction and Reaction Selectivity By Tohoku University For many years, scientists have struggled to understand the mechanisms behind palladium/platinum catalysts for propylene electrooxidation, a sustainable means of producing valuable oxygen-containing organic compounds used in various industrial processes. Scientists warn vs. 'indirect' effect of tropical cyclones during the monsoon season By Ateneo de Manila University Tropical cyclones hundreds of kilometers away from the Philippines are often more responsible for heavy rainfall than those that hit the country directly during the annual "Habagat" or southwest monsoon season from July to September. Dispersants play a key role in next-generation solar cells By National Taiwan University Scientists introduced a second molecule to achieve a donor–acceptor (push–pull) effect, aiming to enhance both the efficiency and stability of perovskite and organic solar cells. Researchers Develop Novel Copper Nanocluster for Efficient and Selective CO₂ Conversion By Tohoku University In a significant step towards a carbon-neutral future, researchers developed an atomically precise copper nanocluster that demonstrates high stability and exceptional selectivity in electrochemical carbon dioxide reduction reactions. AI-powered occupancy tracking system optimizes open-plan office design By The University of Osaka Researchers at The University of Osaka have developed a novel framework for measuring occupancy in open-plan offices with unprecedented precision. Winter survival: Brain peptide called corazonin stops bug reproduction By The University of Osaka As the days grow shorter, many animals prepare for the approaching winter by suspending reproduction. Insects, for example, accumulate energy stores while halting ovarian development through a process known as reproductive diapause. 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