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Weekly Update   View this email in your browser Press Releases  Announcements  Events  Opportunities  More Press Releases Towards a sustainable future: CityUHK scholar reveals significant environmental benefits of lithium-ion battery recycling By City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) As global demand for EVs and renewable energy surges, establishing sustainable practices in lithium-ion battery production, recycling, and disposal has become critical. Lingnan University successfully hosts seminar on "The Importance of Sports and Exercise Psychology in Modern Tertiary Education" By Lingnan University On 11 January 2026, Lingnan University's Department of Psychology and the Wu Jieh Yee School of Interdisciplinary Studies, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Society of Sport & Exercise Psychology (HKSSEP), hosted a seminar titled "The Importance of Sports and Exercise Psychology in Modern CityUHK scholar participates in global study revealing global food‑safety risks in marine fish; Some local fish species found with higher levels of toxic compounds By City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) A research team from City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) recently collaborated with an international research team to publish a study revealing a correlation between global contamination of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in globally consumed edible marine fish and associated human hea Computing Using Real Life Traffic, Novel Approach to AI Cuts its Energy Usage By Tohoku University What if that traffic associated with the daily commute could be put towards computing? It may sound like a stretch, but that is what researchers from Tohoku University have recently proposed, developing a new artificial intelligence framework that harnesses road traffic as a computing resource. Earliest known rock art from Indonesia Hand-stencil motifs found in caves in Sulawesi, Indonesia, dating to at least 67,800 years ago, may be the oldest rock art discovered, according to a study published in Nature. Tuning color through molecular stacking: A new strategy for smarter pressure sensors By Osaka Metropolitan University Initially stacked benzene layers increase fluorescent color change drastically when exposed to pressure, suggesting new ways to design the pressure sensors used in machinery and medical devices 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. Building research bridges From icy seas to humid forests, research collaborations between the United Kingdom and Malaysia are helping to advance our understanding of diseases, develop vaccines and antibiotics, preserve precious habitats and address the challenge of plastic waste. Turning waste heat into power By National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) A new material provides high-performance conversion of heat into electricity, offering a way to make electronic devices more efficient. Newsroom at Asia Research News 2026 By Asia Research News Press releases on our Newsroom reach journalists in Asia, science journalists globally, and the public. Here are selected ones that are featured in Asia Research News 2026 magazine. New quantum boundary discovered: Spin size determines how the Kondo effect behaves By Osaka Metropolitan University Quantum effects in Kondo lattices can determine whether a system behaves magnetically or non-magnetically, opening new avenues for designing future quantum materials and technologies Lingnan University welcomes University Grants Committee delegation and showcases its research achievements as a research-oriented liberal arts university comprehensive in arts and sciences By Lingnan University Lingnan University welcomed a delegation from the University Grants Committee (UGC) on its Tuen Mun campus on 8 January, and presented its latest developments as a research-oriented liberal arts university comprehensive in arts and sciences. A self-assembling shortcut to better organic solar cells By Osaka Metropolitan University New molecular architecture enables the natural formation of built-in p/n junctions essential for efficient light-to-electricity conversion Capped vapor–liquid–solid growth of vanadium-substituted molybdenum disulfide ultrathin films for enhanced photocatalytic activity By National Taiwan University CO2 reduction to storable fuels or valuable chemical products provides a carbon-neutral cycle that can mitigate the rapid consumption of fossil fuels and increasing CO2 emissions. Ageing, smoking, oral bacteria and genetic mutations linked to higher stomach cancer risk By Duke-NUS Medical School Duke-NUS and NUHS scientists uncover a complex web of genetic, age-related and microbial factors that increase the risk of stomach cancer. A simple coating that makes high-energy Li-ion batteries last longer By National Taiwan University 1. Simple, scalable protection for silicon-based Li-ion batteries: A low-cost polymer–ceramic coating dramatically reduces electrode damage caused by silicon expansion. 2. When aging affects the young: Revealing the weight of caregiving on teenagers By Osaka Metropolitan University COVID era survey explores care burdens young carers face Weapons in Wool: Inside Afghanistan's War Rug Tradition By MAP Academy From nomadic looms to global collectors, Afghan war rugs chart the region's turbulent history through an age-old weaving tradition. Atomic force microscopy reveals nanoscopic raft dynamics on cell membranes: From hypothesis to visualization By National Taiwan University A collaborative team of four professors and several graduate students from the Departments of Chemistry and Biochemical Science and Technology at National Taiwan University, together with the Department of Applied Chemistry at National Chi Nan University, has achieved a long-sought breakthrough. Building the data infrastructure for next-generation materials science By National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) Researchers at NIMS have created Research Data Express (RDE) to automate data processing and create AI-ready datasets for materials research. 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