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Researchers in Singapore have created a breakthrough system using colored light to precisely control yeast cells, making bio-manufacturing cleaner and more programmable. The innovation could transform how we produce medicines and fuels.
Researchers at Duke-NUS Medical School discovered how to flip pancreatic cancer cells from treatment-resistant back to treatable by targeting the genetic pathway that shuts down a key protective gene. The breakthrough could help doctors make some of the deadliest tumors respond to chemotherapy again.
A Duke-NUS research team found that blocking a single gene can help damaged organs repair themselves, not just slow disease progression. The discovery has advanced to phase 2 clinical trials with a major pharmaceutical partner.
A new $380 AI-powered headset developed by NUS researchers is helping visually impaired Singaporeans shop, commute, and navigate daily life without assistance. The device answers questions in real time and alerts users when their bus or ride arrives.
Singapore just launched a groundbreaking initiative pairing AI researchers with scientists to revolutionize discovery in materials, medicine, and agriculture. The National University of Singapore secured four of the eight inaugural projects that could accelerate breakthroughs from years to months.
Duke-NUS Medical School just graduated its largest class ever, with 135 new doctors and scientists who previously worked in everything from engineering to literature. These career-changers are bringing fresh perspectives to healthcare right when medicine needs it most.
Researchers discovered how to flip pancreatic cancer cells from treatment-resistant back to treatable, opening new hope for one of the deadliest cancers. The breakthrough could transform how doctors fight tumors that stop responding to chemotherapy.
University researchers are putting older adults in charge of creating the technology meant to help them age well. The result? Tools that feel less like intrusion and more like trusted companions.
The National University of Singapore Law School is giving all students and faculty free access to Harvey, a specialized AI platform already used by major law firms. The partnership aims to prepare future lawyers for an AI-integrated profession while keeping critical thinking skills sharp.
Global medical technology leader Mindray has launched its Singapore innovation hub, partnering with top universities and research agencies to accelerate breakthroughs in medical AI, robotics, and diagnostics. The collaboration promises to transform healthcare delivery across the region.
A Malaysian physicist just became a principal investigator at one of China's top universities at age 28, years ahead of the usual timeline. His breakthrough discovery in superconductivity is opening doors that typically stay closed until mid-career.
Researchers adapted an AI model to predict brain recovery after cardiac arrest in under-resourced hospitals, achieving 80% accuracy without rebuilding from scratch. The breakthrough could bring life-saving diagnostic tools to millions who lack access to advanced medical technology.
A homegrown AI platform built specifically for Southeast Asian users has quietly become one of the region's fastest-growing productivity apps. Agnes AI proves that local innovation can compete with global tech giants.
Four Singapore universities are using AI tools to help professors grade student work faster and more consistently, with human teachers reviewing every result. The technology cuts grading time while maintaining academic standards.
A Singapore-based team has cracked a decades-old computing problem that's been slowing down AI systems worldwide. Their breakthrough technology just secured major backing from international investors betting on the future of artificial intelligence.
Researchers discovered why muscles weaken with age and confirmed that exercise literally rewinds the process at a molecular level. The breakthrough could help millions maintain independence longer and aid those unable to exercise.
The National University of Singapore is preparing nurses to lead in the AI era with the nation's first combined Bachelor's and Master's degree in nursing and digital health. The accelerated program gets graduates into the workforce faster, equipped to design and manage the healthcare technology of tomorrow.
Scientists discovered why exercise keeps aging muscles strong: physical activity lowers a gene called DEAF1, restoring the body's natural repair systems. The breakthrough could help millions maintain strength and independence as they age.