Transforming spinach leaves into beating human hearts
Reading Time: 2 minutes BY LUKA ZUPANČIČ US scientists have managed to transform spinach leaves into functional beating heart tissues with their own vascular networks, possibly opening up a new branch of tissue engineering science based on plant mimicry. The scientific field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine emerged in the last decade as an answer to the […]
Watsons, Bayer jointly promote healthy living in conjunction with World Allergy Week
Reading Time: 3 minutesPETALING JAYA: Watsons Malaysia and Bayer Co. (Malaysia) collaborated for a health public forum held in conjunction with World Allergy Week 2017. World Allergy Week is an annual initiative of the World Allergy Organisation to raise awareness of allergic disease and related disorders. Themed “Healthy Living”, the forum organised by Watsons Malaysia and Bayer Co. […]
US-based Malaysian scientist scores a first
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe prestigious UK-based Journal of Medical Microbiology has a new face in its editorial bench. For the first time in the journal’s history, the senior position of Co-Editor-in-Chief has been bestowed to a scientist outside of the UK – and quite fittingly to a formidable Malaysian researcher, Prof Kalai Mathee who hails from Ipoh. [ihc-hide-content […]
…. And sunflower is Hawaii’s largest biofuel source
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHawaii’s longest operating biodiesel producer, Pacific Biodiesel Technologies is planting sunflowers as its first biofuel crop on 115 acres in Maui’s central valley. The project is the largest of its kind and the only biofuel farming operation running on 100% renewable fuel in Hawaii, showcasing the company’s sustainable, community-based model of agriculture and renewable energy.[ihc-hide-content […]
Where is gold found in nature?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn its natural form, gold is very irregular and not refined, as it is normally seen in its finished state. Gold is found in many forms. These forms include[ihc-hide-content ihc_mb_type=”show” ihc_mb_who=”2,3,5″ ihc_mb_template=”1″ ] plates, large spongy pieces, scales and microscopic pieces. In large cavities and reefs, gold can be found in large quantities resembling the […]
What causes a monsoon?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIt’s been raining quite heavily recently. Malaysia has two monsoon seasons; the Southwest Monsoon which occurs from late May to September, and the Northeast Monsoon from October to March. Monsoons are caused by[ihc-hide-content ihc_mb_type=”show” ihc_mb_who=”2,3,5″ ihc_mb_template=”1″ ] the difference in air pressure between the land and ocean. Normally, the convection of intense heat produces a […]
How do sunglasses work?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSUNGLASSES are almost a must-have item in this hot weather of ours. We know they protect our eyes from the glare of the sun – in fact, we are advised to use sunglasses to help prevent eye damage. But how do they work exactly? Sunglasses’ premier function is[ihc-hide-content ihc_mb_type=”show” ihc_mb_who=”2,3,5″ ihc_mb_template=”1″ ] to block the […]
How can heavy metal music be beneficial?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHAVE you listened to heavy metal songs before? Do bands such as Metallica, Slipknot or Avenged Sevenfold ring a bell? According to an article in the Journal of Psychology of Popular Media Culture, heavy metal music is characterised by loud and powerful sounds along with emotional vocals. A sub-genre of extreme music, individuals who indulge […]
Who discovered blood groups?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBLOOD is the fluid that flows throughout the body and is pivotal for the transportation of materials in and out of the body. Blood transfusion is the process in which blood is transferred intravenously or via vein. During this procedure, it is vital that the right type of blood is used as some of the […]
What’s the secret behind a lion’s roar?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteTHE lion is one of the largest carnivores on land. Nicknamed ‘The king of the jungle’, it possesses a deafening roar that would instill fear within humans as well as other animals. A lion is capable of producing roars up to 114 decibels that are equivalent to certain rock concerts. Lions do not generally roar when […]