Scientists: Advances in AI can help prepare for the next pandemic
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIN the next five years, integrating AI into country response systems could save more lives by anticipating the location and trajectory of disease outbreaks. A global group of researchers call for better collaboration between academia, government, and industry, to ensure safety, accountability and ethics in the use of AI in infectious disease research. A study […]
The potential of low glycemic index (Low GI) rice
Reading Time: 2 minutesLOS BAÑOS: A new paper recently published by scientists from the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and the Max Planck Institute is exploring the potential of low glycemic index (Low GI) rice to combat the growing diabetes epidemic, particularly in Asia. The rise in type 2 diabetes poses a significant global health challenge, with over […]
Singapore, Vietnam join forces to advance regional healthcare
Reading Time: < 1 minute HANOI, Vietnam – Singapore and Vietnam are deepening their commitment to regional healthcare collaboration with the launch of a new Regional Collaborating Centre (RCC) in Hanoi. A joint initiative by the SingHealth Duke-NUS Global Health Institute (SDGHI) and Hanoi Medical University (HMU), the centre will serve as a vital hub for academic partnerships, medical […]
Scientists warn Hepatitis A in Philippine shellfish goes unchecked
Reading Time: 2 minutesResearchers from several institutions, including the Ateneo de Manila University, the University of the Philippines, Monash University Malaysia Selangor, and the Philippine Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, have warned that little is known about how the Hepatitis A Virus (HAV) spreads through local communities via commonly cultivated shellfish such as oysters and mollusks. Prompting […]
Noorjahan’s passion for ethnomedicine
Reading Time: 2 minutesBY MUGANTI RAJA & TRINAYAANI JEYANDRAN PROF Madya Dr Noorjahan Banu Mohammed Alitheen, Associate Professor at the Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, University Putra Malaysia (UPM), is making significant strides in biomedical research. Her focuses on the therapeutic potential of natural compounds in treating diseases such as cancer and neurodegenerative disorders. With expertise in […]
Dr Wu is in a hurry to find a cancer cure
Reading Time: 3 minutesBY ANGELINA LISHIA WIDJAYA And CHRIS SIEW KAH TAO DR WU YUAN SENG stands at the forefront of cancer pharmacology, dedicating his career to unraveling the mysteries of two of the deadliest forms of cancers: esophageal and pancreatic. With a profound commitment stemming from personal experiences and a robust academic background, Wu’s journey exemplifies the […]
Wonders of the immune system!
Reading Time: 2 minutesBY PRAVEENA R.G. CHANDRASEGARAN How does the Immune system remember diseases? Did you know that your immune system has a memory? Once it encounters and fights off an infection, it doesn’t forget! If the same disease tries to infect you again, your body can spring into action much faster and more effectively. This memory is […]
Nanocomposites pave the way for advanced biomedical applications
Reading Time: 2 minutesBY: Dr Joash Tan Ban Lee Materials science is revolutionizing healthcare by introducing biocompatible materials with specialized properties for various biomedical applications. At the forefront are nanocomposites – materials engineered at the nanoscale to significantly improve physicochemical and biological properties. These materials show immense promise in areas like regenerative medicine, targeted drug delivery, and antimicrobial […]
It’s all in a day’s work for Segamat girl Puspa, playing ‘Daktari’ in Nigeria
Reading Time: 3 minutesWatching Dr Puspa Ramloo, who hails from Segamat, Johor at work in her House of Pluto veterinary clinic in Lagos, seems like a scene out of Daktari – an American made-for-TV, 60s serial starring main actor – Marshall Thompson as veterinarian Dr Marsh Tracy, and Cheryl Miller as Paula Tracy who played the good doc’s […]
Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection: How Your Digestive Health Affects Cognitive Function
Reading Time: 2 minutesHave you ever felt butterflies in your stomach when you’re nervous? Did you know there’s a strong connection between your gut and cognitive function? As food travels through your digestive system, it delivers a multitude of signals rich in sensory and nutritional information to your brain. The Impact of Gut Inflammation on Cognitive Health Inflammation […]