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Daily Update   View this email in your browser Asia Research News 2026 OUT NOW Press Releases  Announcements  Events  Opportunities  More Press Releases Study Sheds Light on the Function of a Key Antibiotic-Producing Enzyme By Tohoku University Macrolide antibiotics like azithromycin rely on a complex ring structure that's powerful but notoriously hard to control. Researchers have uncovered how bacterial enzymes shape this ring during the biosynthesis of the antibiotic pikromycin, revealing new ways to fine-tune macrolide structures. Identifying Corrosion Initiation Sites in Aluminum Alloys By Tohoku University When aluminum alloys get exposed to sodium chloride solutions, it causes a process known as pitting corrosion. Since aluminum alloys are widely used in transportation equipment, scientists are constantly looking for ways to improve the means of monitoring corrosion. Secret history of squid and stars By Hokkaido University Yasuhiro Iba and his colleagues use complex imaging systems to reveal the secrets of Earth's ancient creatures. Creating life-saving gas from air By National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) A simple tablet could change the way deadly breathing disorders are treated, with no need for electricity, machines, or gas tanks. Frontiers in AI, digital twins, and quantum senses By Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) DGIST is creating AI that can physically collaborate with people, truly personalised healthcare, and quantum sensors which will perceive the world in entirely new ways. Accelerating AI-driven materials innovation By National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) The largest ever reported database of dielectric material properties could speed up development of electronics like smartphones and energy storage systems. A handy polymer detects carcinogen By National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) A glowing test strip offers real-time protection against formaldehyde exposure in homes, workplaces, and labs. Reimagining science communication in Asia Science communication in Asia is entering a new chapter, built on listening, adapting, and co-creating with diverse communities. Asia Research News 2026 - Editor's desk Welcome to Asia Research News 2026 magazine, published on our 22nd year of communicating science for Asia. Digital Myanmar By International Development Research Centre (IDRC) Myanmar's digital ecosystem has been a lifeline for many, from education to community and humanitarian support, bringing a sense of stability in the midst of chaos. Alas, it is also a tool for repression, crime, and abuse. How hydrogen causes metal fatigue By National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) Understanding the interaction between hydrogen, metal, and the environment can help avoid metal fatigue cracks. Finding best recipe for Magnesium alloys By National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) Researchers have developed a machine learning approach to predict the mechanical behaviour of new alloys, offering potential savings in both costs and experiment time. Untangling trees within films By National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) Understanding how tree-like structures that form in thin films could be the key to next-generation materials for beyond-5G communications technologies. FIRST step to clean water and energy By City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) Scientists from City University of Hong Kong and collaborators from more than 20 countries are taking FIRST steps towards safeguarding communities most affected by climate change. Shaping mathematics: past, present, and future By Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe (Kavli IPMU) Hiraku Nakajima, a mathematician and current President of the International Mathematical Union, talks about how mathematics has been developing quietly before society's eyes, and where he wants it to go in the future. CityUHK researchers develop highly efficient and durable perovskite solar cells for outdoor environments By City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) Scientists from CityUHK have recently achieved a major breakthrough in the field of photovoltaic technology, successfully developing highly efficient and durable perovskite solar cells (PSCs) suitable for outdoor environments. Optimising polymer production with algorithms By National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) By identifying the ideal manufacturing conditions, machine learning reduces the need for expensive and time-consuming experimentation. Speedy collection of healing particles By National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) A fast and efficient tool could change the way researchers collect tiny therapeutic packages from cell cultures, offering a low-cost approach that avoids lengthy processing and complex procedures. Breaking the bottlenecks in healthcare By Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University Innovative approaches in cancer screening, drug development, and radioactive hazard protection are accelerating healthcare solutions. Brilliant composition for half-metal alloys By National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) Researchers use high-brilliance synchrotron radiation to identify the most optimum composition with the highest half-metallic nature. New mixers for soft electronics By National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) Mixing two or three liquids can achieve the right combination of functions for soft electronics. 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