CRISPR-Crafted Super Fungi Could Redefine Sustainable Protein Production
Reading Time: < 1 minuteScientists have engineered a groundbreaking strain of fungus that could transform the future of sustainable protein. Using CRISPR gene-editing tools, researchers have redesigned Fusarium venenatum—already known for its meat-like texture and flavour—into a far more productive, nutritious, and environmentally friendly food source. The achievement, reported in Trends in Biotechnology, comes as the world searches for […]
Nobel Prize in Physics Honours Breakthrough Showing Quantum Physics in Action — On a Chip
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics has been awarded to John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret and John M. Martinis (From L to R) for their pioneering experiments that revealed quantum mechanical effects in a device large enough to be held in the hand — a leap that brings the strange world of quantum physics into […]
Decoding Venoms: From Deadly Bites and Stings to Life-Saving Insights
Reading Time: 3 minutesSnakebite envenoming is one of the most neglected tropical diseases, yet it claims over 100,000 lives globally every year. Hundreds of thousands more are left with long-term disabilities. In Malaysia, venomous snakes are part of our natural biodiversity, but for rural communities, plantation workers, and indigenous peoples, they remain a constant danger. Snakes are not […]
Nobel Prize for Medicine 2023
Reading Time: < 1 minuteNOBLE PRIZE FOR MEDICINE 2023: The Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institute has awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine jointly to Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman for their discoveries concerning nucleoside base modifications that enabled the development of effective mRNA vaccines against COVID-19. The discoveries by the two Nobel Laureates were critical for developing effective mRNA vaccines […]
Palm Oil’s Hidden Gem
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Malaysia initiates MSPO 2.0 benchmark to boost sustainable palm oil production
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) Standard MS2530:2022 (MSPO 2.0) officially came into effect in early January – introducing stricter guidelines for sustainability, traceability, and ethical practices in palm oil production. In a media statement, MSPO said that MSPO 2.0 improves upon the original MSPO 2013 Standard by adopting stricter and more comprehensive requirements, aligning with […]
Methane Matters: Innovating for a greener tomorrow
Reading Time: 2 minutesMethane, a greenhouse gas far more potent than carbon dioxide, is under the spotlight as nations strive to meet the Global Methane Pledge (GMP) target of cutting emissions by 30% by 2030. At the 1st Kansai Japan and Southeast Asia Methane Awareness and Monitoring Roundtable Discussion, hosted by Dr Wong Yong Jie and Dr Yasue Bo […]
Antarctica is shockingly fast in getting greener, with a 14-fold increase in plant coverage since 1986 due to warming.
Reading Time: 4 minutesAs the world celebrated the 65th anniversary of Antarctic Day on December 1, we are reminded of the importance of Antarctica, not just as a remote, frozen wilderness but as a region critical to understanding global climate dynamics. Believe it or not, Antarctica is shockingly fast in getting greener, with a 14-fold increase in plant coverage […]
Science communication in Pakistan: Bridging the gap and inspiring curiosity
Reading Time: 4 minutesScience communication plays a pivotal role in shaping societies by fostering curiosity, innovation, and critical thinking. In Pakistan, the need for effective science communication is greater than ever, given the gaps in public understanding and the limited exposure to scientific inquiry in schools. Addressing this challenge has been the mission of the Khwarizmi Science Society (KSS), […]
Memes improve learning and attitude toward science
Reading Time: 3 minutesA study of capuchin monkeys (Sapajus libidinosus) in the Serra da Capivara National Park – located in the state of Piauí, Brazil, in the semi-arid biome called Caatinga – shows that tolerance is extremely important for social learning, which is acquired by observing other members of the same group. The results have been published in the […]