Expert: Ignoring the biological health of mangrove systems can be disastrous
Reading Time: 2 minutesMangroves, often perceived as muddy and inconsequential zones, hold untold benefits for humanity, especially in ensuring food security,” said Professor Dr. Izwandy Idris in a compelling interview with The Petri Dish. “Rapid degradation or loss of mangroves puts our food source at risk. Preserving mangroves is essential for the overall health and resilience of our […]
Role of nutrition in paediatric cancer
Reading Time: 3 minutesFACING childhood cancer is never easy. It becomes a devastating journey when a loved one, especially if your child is diagnosed with life-threatening cancer. Parents with a cancer-stricken child face several daunting challenges – one of which is dietary concerns. Let’s walk through this topic and handle it together! Food is medicine. Consuming a balanced […]
Handy tips for choosing the right probiotic supplements
Reading Time: 3 minutesBY JOYCE WONG JIN YI PROBIOTICS have gained immense popularity in recent years for their potential health benefits. These live bacteria and yeasts promote a healthy balance of gut flora and offer a wide range of advantages, such as improving digestion, boosting immunity, and supporting overall well-being. However, with the abundance of probiotic supplements available on […]
ABEATS 2023: Humanising technology for resilient and sustainable futures
Reading Time: 2 minutesPENANG: Following the two days of insightful discussions and proactive participation, the 5th ASEAN Business, Engineering, and Technology Symposium (ABEATS 2023) concluded on 2 December 2023, leaving a profound impact on the discourse surrounding “Humanising Technology for Resilient and Sustainable Futures”. Hosted on 1-2 December 2023, the symposium brought together diverse participants of esteemed scholars and industry experts from […]
Geoscientists gather to discuss technology for earth science applications
Reading Time: 3 minutesPENANG: The Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) School of Physics recently played host to a gathering of some of the brightest minds in the field of geophysics. The International Conference on Geophysics 2023 (ICOG 2023) was held and organised for the first time, bringing together researchers, scholars, and industry professionals from around the globe to explore and discuss the latest […]
The COP28 experience by a roving adaptation minion
Reading Time: 3 minutesBY AZNIE RAHIM Climate change is probably the buzzword every time the Conference of Parties (COP) is organised. Recently, I had the privilege of attending COP28 in Dubai, an experience that not only unveiled the complexities of climate negotiations but also highlighted the pivotal role of water in our adaptive strategies. Fraught Journey from Muscat […]
Precision drug repurposing ‘Fast Track’ to treat Cancer
Reading Time: 3 minutesBY JOTISRI VASUDEVAN Two distinct tracks have emerged in the race to treat cancer: drug discovery and precision drug repurposing. Think of it as the classic marathon versus an unexpected shortcut. Drug discovery resembles an arduous marathon. Researchers, like dedicated runners, meticulously create new drugs from scratch. This journey involves designing molecules, conducting preclinical studies, […]
COP28 Agreement Signals ‘Beginning of the End’ of Fossil Fuel Era
Reading Time: 5 minutesTHE UNITED NATIONS CLIMATE CHANGE CONFERENCE (COP28) closed with an agreement that signals the “beginning of the end” of the fossil fuel era by laying the ground for a swift, just and equitable transition, underpinned by deep emissions cuts and scaled-up finance. In a demonstration of global solidarity, negotiators from nearly 200 Parties came together in […]
Impact documentary ‘Wasted’ spotlights Asia’s waste and how to deal with it
Reading Time: 3 minutesSINGAPORE: Against the backdrop of the UNFCCC COP28 conference which kicked off in November in Dubai and at the tail end of the “hottest year so far in recorded history”, Eco-Business launched Wasted, a new impact documentary that puts the spotlight on Asia’s mounting waste issues and questions why we are wasting the opportunity to fix the problem. […]
Expert gives the rundown on heatwaves
Reading Time: 3 minutesBY JOTISRI VASUDEVAN “IN 1998, temperatures in Malaysia reached a staggering 40 °C during extreme weather events, sending shockwaves through the nation.” “Just over a decade later, in 2016, the mercury soared to 39 °C, ushering in an era of scorching discomfort.” Dr Nurul Nadrah Aqilah Tukimat, an expert in water resources and climate assessment, […]