Human Health and Potential (HHP)
Unmasking key players in the SARS-CoV-2 infection process
23 Feb 2022SARS-CoV-2 genome structures and their interactions with human RNA are shown to be important in virus survival and pathogenicity.
COVID-19 LAMP screening? There’s an app for that
21 Feb 2022A new smartphone app improves the reliability of on-site rapid COVID-19 colorimetric tests, paving the way for safe gatherings in the post-pandemic world.
Searching for good fat’s origins
14 Feb 2022Researchers have identified a stem cell marker that influences fat cell development, unlocking exciting therapeutic opportunities for chronic diseases.
Nano-cages help eye treatments stick around
27 Jan 2022A new polymer-based eyedrop holds promise for treating stubborn fungal eye infections
A closer look at metformin in maternal diabetes
25 Jan 2022New data suggest that metformin administered to pregnant mothers may have unintended effects on the fetus, prompting the need for further assessment of the drug’s risk-benefit ratio.
Tanzania’s feverish five revealed
21 Jan 2022During the 2018 outbreak in Southeastern Tanzania, there were four dengue virus serotypes and the chikungunya virus in circulation, say A*STAR researchers.
Treating rare disease with familiar vitamins
19 Jan 2022Metabolic changes in the neurons of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis may be reversed with vitamin B3 supplements.
Biopolymer boosts the fighting chance of cancer therapies
17 Jan 2022A novel polymer improves the effectiveness of chemotherapeutics against drug-resistant tumors.
Deciphering asthma’s genetic puzzle
14 Jan 2022A new link between gene variations in immune cells and allergic reactions explains why some individuals are more prone to developing asthma.
A local twist on assessing heart health
10 Jan 2022The first reference range of circulating fatty acids in Singaporeans paves the way for more accurate insights into the cardiovascular health of local populations.
Donor tissues provide the gift of sight
24 Dec 2021A breakthrough stem cell transplant technology uses donated cadaver eyes to restore vision in patients with retinal degeneration.
Smoothing out kinks in vaccine production
16 Dec 2021A new streamlined method for purifying lab-grown viruses could accelerate vaccine production, allowing manufacturers to respond rapidly to emerging viral threats