Whale sharks drawn to Pom Pom Island for food
Reading Time: 2 minutesACCORDING to marine biologist, Jeethvendra Kirishnamoorthie the sudden appearance of more diverse species of marine life near Pom-Pom Island could be due to the availability of food. [ihc-hide-content ihc_mb_type=”block” ihc_mb_who=”unreg” ihc_mb_template=”3″ ]He told a local daily that both whale sharks and manta rays are filter feeders, meaning they swim and open their mouths to capture […]
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 […]
Science goes to the back burner
Reading Time: 4 minutesAt least four Republicans won seats previously held by Democrats, erasing the Democrats’ two-vote margin, and a handful of close races remain that could widen that Republican advantage. It means Republicans will chair every Senate committee, including those that oversee funding for science agencies, and that Senator Chuck Schumer (D–NY) will give way to either […]
Keeping ahead of the times, as another year winds down on a happy note
Reading Time: 2 minutesAs we close another year, we reflect on the many impactful projects we were proud to undertake. This year was no less eventful than previous ones, and one of our highlights was our collaboration with the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC). Together, we aimed to provide science-based information to dispel the myths and misinformation surrounding […]
Palm Oil VS Olive Oil
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The Unsung Heroes of Oil Stability and Trans Fat Prevention
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Oil Palm and Palm Oil Demystified
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A Deeper Dive Into Lipid Science
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Revolutionising POME treatment with advanced RT-ECO Technology
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe palm oil industry is a cornerstone of Malaysia’s economy, but it also presents a significant environmental challenge in the form of Palm Oil Mill Effluent (POME). Traditionally, the discharge of untreated POME into the environment has posed serious risks. The effluent, rich in organic carbon and nutrients, impacts soil pH—a critical factor for plant […]
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 […]