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Dive into Asiaโs dynamic scientific landscape, where ancient traditions and cutting-edge technologies intersect. From groundbreaking research in medicine and technology to innovative environmental solutions, explore how Asiaโs diverse cultures and expertise are driving global scientific advancements.
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A University of Tokyo study reveals that the blue button sea creature may live several years adrift, much longer than previously thought, and researchers succeeded in keeping them alive for 21 days.
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Cats in free-choice settings prefer silver vine over catnip, despite catnip containing more active compounds. This research suggests odor presentation influences feline behavior, highlighting the importance of choice in animal studies.
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A study led by researchers from UCL and Thai institutions has identified a new giant sauropod dinosaur, Nagatitan chaiyaphumensis, in Thailand, weighing 27 tonnes and measuring 27 meters long.
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Researchers from the IVPP have linked Homo erectus to modern humans through innovative, less invasive methods, revealing genetic connections and insights into ancient populations, advancing paleoproteomics significantly.
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A study reveals that Indigenous Andeans domesticated potatoes, leading to natural selection favoring individuals with more salivary amylase genes, enhancing starch digestion over 6,000 to 10,000 years.
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Increasing vitamin K refusals by U.S. parents are endangering newborns’ health, leading to a rise in preventable bleeding disorders. Despite medical guidance, misinformation and distrust fuel these declines.
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A Hiroshima University team identified the GEMMIFER gene as crucial for asexual reproduction in the liverwort Marchantia polymorpha, unveiling mechanisms behind gemma development and enhancing understanding of plant cloning processes.
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Japanese astronomers discovered a thin atmosphere around the small trans-Neptunian object 2002 XV93, raising questions about its formation and longevity, necessitating further observations to understand this phenomenon.
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A report reveals increasing online violence against women, worsening mental health and self-censorship, while justice remains elusive despite legal actions.
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As computer technology evolves, research shifts to biohybrid robots, particularly cyborg animals. They combine biological intelligence with machine capabilities, aiming for effective environmental interaction despite existing control and stability challenges.
