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HMPV is a silent threat to respiratory health

HMPV infections can look like other lung illnesses and it can be hard to make a correct diagnosis.

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The natural compounds promoting wellness and chronic disease management

Nutraceuticals can be cultivated in controlled environments through synthetic biology, removing dependency on arable land and water resources.

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How lab-grown meat can feed our need for protein

The cultivated meat industry can provide a sustainable alternative to animal agriculture, meeting increased demand and supporting the global food supply chain.

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A revolutionary new weapon in the battle against influenza

Clinical trials of an mRNA vaccine have begun and researchers expect broadly positive outcomes in the battle against the widespread illness.

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Breakthroughs and burdens in a century of diabetes treatment

Since the discovery of insulin, diabetes treatment has made huge advances, but the condition has grown into a global killer.

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How is Southeast Asia’s charge to EVs going?

Who’s leading the race to develop electric vehicles in Southeast Asia? The answer is complicated.

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Solar powers Malaysia’s renewable energy push

Malaysia has bold plans to rapidly transform its energy system to solar. So far, the signs are good.

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How AI is joining the fight against superbugs

Scientists are exploring new strategies to win the war against superbugs.

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Is this the future of meat?

There are still many hurdles for lab-grown meat to overcome before it changes the way we eat.

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‘Frankenstein’ meat or food future: farmers tell

Lab-grown meat could have a huge impact on farmers so researchers are asking them what they think about it.

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Eight key questions about lab-grown meat

It’s been around for a decade now — but cultured meat still faces some huge hurdles.

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In the era of AI-generated news, readers value trust over customised content

Governments are hiding data, threatening democracy. Here’s how it affects you

AI and the news: How it helps, fails, and why that matters

HMPV is a silent threat to respiratory health

The natural compounds promoting wellness and chronic disease management

How lab-grown meat can feed our need for protein

A revolutionary new weapon in the battle against influenza

Breakthroughs and burdens in a century of diabetes treatment

How is Southeast Asia’s charge to EVs going?

Solar powers Malaysia’s renewable energy push

How AI is joining the fight against superbugs

Is this the future of meat?

‘Frankenstein’ meat or food future: farmers tell

Eight key questions about lab-grown meat

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