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The following topics are under this section: ASIA-PACIFIC — Discovery of Protease Inhibitors hold Promise against COVID-19 ASIA-PACIFIC — Nano-sensors for Real-Time Plant Health Monitoring ASIA-PACIFIC — Study Finds Underweight Patients with Diabetes have Increased Risk of Tuberculosis ASIA-PACIFIC — Guide Developed for Remote Consultation for Suspected COVID-19 Patients ASIA-PACIFIC — Scientific Challenges of Kimchi Fermentation ASIA-PACIFIC — Increasing Charge Capacity of Lithium Batteries ASIA-PACIFIC — Newly-discovered Small Mitochondrial Protein Essential for Energy Production ASIA-PACIFIC — Overcoming Chemotherapy Resistance in Ovarian Cancer REST OF THE WORLD — Safety of Antibiotics for C-Section Mothers REST OF THE WORLD — Early Screening of Colorectal Cancer based on Family History REST OF THE WORLD — Maternal Hypertensive Disorders may cause Mental Health Disorders in Children REST OF THE WORLD — Biofilm Formation and Hyper-infectivity of Cholera Global updates on latest breakthroughs in research [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

AUSTRALIA – New Leukemia Discovery. AUSTRALIA – Scientists Identify Proteins to Fight Malaria. AUSTRALIA – Organ Donation Rates up in NSW. AUSTRALIA – Chlamydia Rates have Hit an All-time High in Australia, with Reports of Infections Tripling Over the Past Decade. CHINA – Chinese Scientists Caught Faking Research Papers. CHINA – New Findings for Cancer Treatment. CHINA – A/H1N1 Flu to Keep Spreading in China. CHINA – Scientists Discover Avian Influenza Outbreak Closely Related to Bird Migration. CHINA – Vitamin C Boosts the Reprogramming of Adult Cells into Stem Cells. CHINA – Georgia State Partners with Institutions in China and Taiwan. CHINA – China a Rising Star in Regenerative Medicine Despite World Skepticism of Stem Cell Therapies. HONG KONG – Hong Kong Discovers Pigs with H1N1 Virus. HONG KONG – Two more Norwegian-like Mutations of Human Swine Influenza Virus Detected. INDIA – India, Sweden to Boost Bilateral Ties in Healthcare. INDIA – Agri-Biotech Focus at Bangalore India Bio. PHILIPPINES – Biologist Finds New Vaccine for Malaria in Philippines. SINGAPORE – EADS and A*STAR's ICES to Collaborate on Biofuels. SINGAPORE – Singapore, France Collaborate to Further Scientific R&D. SINGAPORE – Rare Neurological Complications of Cancer Successfully Treated by NCCS. SINGAPORE – NUS Scientists Isolate Gene that Makes Plants Flower Faster. SINGAPORE – A*STAR, EDB Partner with Stanford University to Nurture Next-generation Asian Leaders in Medical Device Innovation. TAIWAN – Local University Sets Up Asia's First Animal Cancer Center. TAIWAN – Green Tea Might Protect Against Lung Cancer. TAIWAN – Embryo Screening Breakthrough to Give Healthy Babies to Parents. NORTH AMERICA – Scientists Develop New Stroke Therapy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

ASIA-PACIFIC – First AI research center among Hong Kong universities. ASIA-PACIFIC – Singapore researchers use AI to successfully treat metastatic cancer. ASIA-PACIFIC – Tetris-like program could speed breast cancer detection. ASIA-PACIFIC – Ground-breaking approach accelerates drug discovery process. ASIA-PACIFIC – New findings for fatal blockages in heart's small arteries. ASIA-PACIFIC – Stronger chemotherapy increases cure rates for children with high-risk leukaemia. ASIA-PACIFIC – Melbourne scientists find significant levels of polyphenols in Tamu Group's Five10FIBRE. ASIA-PACIFIC – A new spectrum of support in Asia's fight against HIV/AIDS. REST OF THE WORLD – Dietary supplement can potentially treat HER2 positive breast cancer. REST OF THE WORLD – Understanding the relapse in breast cancer. REST OF THE WORLD – Point-of-care sensors to detect manganese from single drop of blood. REST OF THE WORLD – Wearable patch to monitor blood pressure inside body. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Mundipharma and Helsinn Group Expand Exclusive Licensing and Distribution Agreements for Leading Anti-emetic Products in Middle East, Africa, Latin America and Indonesia. Leading Regional Medical Technology Trade Associations Reinforce their Commitment to Evidence-based Healthcare. Lonza Expands Airway Disease Portfolio with Addition of IPF Airway Cells. Boston Scientific Launches Interventional Cardiology Online Education Portal for Physicians. Pfizer Presented Data from PALOMA-2 Phase 3 Study Demonstrating Clinical Benefit of IBRANCE® (palbociclib) in Asian Women with ER+, HER2- Metastatic Breast Cancer. Global Healthcare Systems at Pivotal Point as Technology Offers Solutions to Industry Challenges - The Economist Intelligence Unit. Cellectricon and Censo Biotechnologies Introduce a Joint Technology Access Program Utilizing High-Quality Human iPSC-based Discovery Services for CNS and Pain Research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Chinese Researchers Demonstrate that Icotinib Creates Better Progression-Free Survival with Fewer Side Effects than Whole Brain Radiation in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Patients with Brain Metastases. Depressed Patients Are Less Responsive to Chemotherapy. Sanofi and JHL Biotech Announced Strategic Biologics Alliance in China. Chinese Scientists Developed Cancer Breath Test. BGI Opens Seattle Office for North America Expansion. Mederi's Stretta Therapy for GERD Approved in China. HONG KONG NEWS - Experts Call for Urgent Multi-Stakeholders Collaboration in the Development of an Integrated Cancer Strategy to Safeguard the Sustainability of Hong Kong's Health Care System. HONG KONG NEWS - Uni-Bio Science in Multiple Drug Co-Development Deal with Beijing Sun-Novo. HONG KONG NEWS - Immunotherapy with Pembrolizumab Deemed Cost-Effective for Advanced Melanoma Patients in Hong Kong. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

SINGAPORE - Singapore Health Sciences Authority Approves First Immuno-Oncology Treatment, Bristol-Myers Squibb's Opdivo® (nivolumab), for Advanced-Stage Lung Cancer SINGAPORE - The Award of a $7.5 Million Translational Clinical Research Grant from National Medical Research Council Launches the Flagship Programme in Liver Cancer SINGAPORE - Scientists Discover New Technology Breakthrough in Fighting Viral Diseases UNITED STATES - BioTek Instruments and Merck Combine Forces for Long-Term Live Cell Experiments UNITED STATES - Aspirin Use May Help Prevent Bile Duct Cancer, Mayo-Led Study Finds UNITED STATES - Widespread Loss of Ocean Oxygen to Become Noticeable in 2030s UNITED KINGDOM - Axol Bioscience Launches iPSC-Derived Astrocyte Kits TAIWAN - A Natural Plant Metabolite Derivative Q2-3 Efficiently Prevents Metastasis of Mammary Tumour Cells VIETNAM - Second VINMEC International Hospital Implements Solution for Patient Safety and Quality Management [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

JAPAN - Study notes widening disease transmission by monkeys. MALAYSIA - Drug-resistant malaria threatens control programs. SINGAPORE - Novel gene predicts both breast cancer relapse and response to chemotherapy. SINGAPORE - New drug formulations to boost fight against respiratory illnesses and antibiotic-resistant superbugs. SINGAPORE - Zebrafish genes linked to human respiratory diseases. SINGAPORE - Singapore researchers discover a gene that increases incidence of acute myelogenous leukemia. SINGAPORE - Scientists develop green tea-based 'missiles' to kill cancer cells more effectively. UNITED STATES - Large study reveals new genetic variants that raise risk for prostate cancer. UNITED STATES - Math model designed to replace invasive kidney biopsy for lupus patients. UNITED STATES - Mayo Clinic researchers reveal pathway that contributes to Alzheimer's disease. UNITED STATES - Immunotherapy combination demonstrates superior anti-cancer activity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

CHINA - Cambrian "Walking Cactus" Found in China. HONG KONG - HKU Identifies Early Target Cells of SARS. TAIWAN - Silk Transistor Discovery. THAILAND - Dengue Vaccine Breakthrough in Land of Smiles. EUROPE - End to Yearly Flu Vaccines? USA - Artificial Retina Breakthrough. USA - Chemist Shortcuts Drug Processing. USA - Exciting Potential in New HIV Gene Therapy. USA - Gems Augment Chemotherapy. USA - World's First Tissue-Engineered Urethras a Success. USA - Cancer Drug May Save Preemies' Sight. USA - Proteins Now for Biofuels, Biorefining. OTHER REGIONS - Banana Peels Purify Water. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

AUSTRALIA - New Therapy could Restore Mobility in Stroke Victims. AUSTRALIA - Sugar as Bad as Fat. AUSTRALIA - Scientists Uncover Cancer-fighting "Death" Protein. AUSTRALIA - Shrinking Brain in Dementia Prompts Overeating. AUSTRALIA - New Monitoring System for Mosquito-Borne Disease. AUSTRALIA - Australian Researcher Finds Radical Technique to Save MAS Babies. AUSTRALIA - Austrian Scientists Discover Enzyme Function in Cancer. CHINA - Domestic Dengue Fever Cases Breaks 1,000. CHINA - China Experts Design Gel to Protect Women from HIV. INDIA - India, South Africa to Team up on HIV Vaccine Research. MALAYSIA - Malaysia to use Lab Mosquitoes to Fight Dengue NEW ZEALAND - Plant Derived Foods can Keep us Feeling Full. SINGAPORE - Singapore Hosts First "Decade of the Mind" Conference in Asia and Expands Efforts in Brain & Cognition Research. SINGAPORE - Drugs May Replace Chemo in Leukemia Therapy. SINGAPORE - Singapore Scientists First to Perform Genome-Wide study of Human Stem Cells. SINGAPORE - Singapore Babies in Waste-disease Trial. SINGAPORE - New Technology a Shot in the Arm for Biofuels. SINGAPORE - S$3.7 Billion for Singapore Biomedical Sciences R&D. TAIWAN - Medical Tourism Booms in Taiwan. OTHER REGIONS - EUROPE - Gene that Triggers Human Cancer Identified. OTHER REGIONS - EUROPE - Painfully Potent Pepper. OTHER REGIONS - NORTH AMERICA - 2 Dads and No Mum make 10 Mice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Risk Management of Complementary Alternative Medicines in Cancer. Complementary Therapies for Cancer Patients. Chinese Medicine and Cancer Treatment in Hong Kong: A General Review. Ten (Good) Reasons to Drink Green Tea. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]