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Ovaries – The true beginning of a woman’s reproductive lifespan and healthspan

The ovaries play a significant role in a female’s overall reproductive health, which can affect susceptibility to age-related conditions. Dr. Paula Benny and Adjunct Assistant Professor Zhongwei Huang from the NUS Bia-Echo Asia Centre for Reproductive Longevity and Equality discuss the factors influencing reproductive lifespan and healthspan.
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Mathematical literacy and ICT integration research in particular real-world problem-solving in education

Professor Goto Joji, an expert in mathematics education, emphasizes the need for university-level mathematics education to develop essential skills in probability, statistics, and functional reasoning, highlighting its relevance to real-world problem-solving and everyday life.
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Online and on-demand teaching materials for science education

Masatsugu Taneda, an Associate Professor at Osaka Kyoiku University, focuses on science education, in particular, the development of online and on-demand teaching materials, including chemistry.
Note: Nationwide LFPR of prime-age (25-54) males is from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. Nationwide hot days is a five-year prior moving average of the nationwide population-weighted exposure to hot days across counties in the continental United States, computed from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) weather station records.

Climate change and the rise of adult male dropouts

Masahiro Yoshida from Waseda University’s Department of Political Science and Economics explores the link between global warming and male labor force participation.

Integrated research on psychotherapy and social work: A holonical approach to child abuse intervention...

Professor Norifumi Senga from Kansai University discusses his research on effective intervention methods for child abuse. His work emphasises the Holonical Approach, which focuses on understanding the complex interactions within systems to enhance child protection strategies.
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Advancing materials science: Translating innovative research to commercial prospects

Aarthi Janakiraman, Research Director of the Advanced SciTech Division at Everest Group, focuses on advancing materials science and translating innovative research into commercial opportunities.
Fig. 1 Integrating multi-satellite, GNSS, and ground observations (case study for Japan) is proposed to detect modifications in the atmospheric boundary layer linked to pre-earthquake phenomena (adapted from Ouzonov et al., 2018).

10th Anniversary of the 2015 M7.8 Nepal earthquake: Explore new prediction technologies

Dr. Dimitar Ouzounov from the Institute for Earth, Computing, Human, and Observing (Institute for ECHO) at Chapman University and Dr. Angelo De Santis from the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (Rome, Italy) are exploring new technologies for short-term earthquake forecasting and prediction, including the application of the LAIC approach to the 2015 Gorkha earthquakes in Nepal.
Figure 1: Copper, iron ore, and aluminum prices, 1960-2024

Metal price cycles, including copper, aluminum, and cobalt

Read this analysis of metal price cycles, including copper, aluminum, lithium and cobalt, featuring insights from Christopher Gilbert of Biena Consulting Srl. It also addresses the significant increase in metals demand from China between 2003 and around 2012.
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How can traveling wave reactors solve nuclear energy issues?

Traveling Wave Reactors (TWRs) offer a promising approach to improving sustainability and safety in nuclear energy, though it faces challenges. Professor Di Yun from Xi’an Jiaotong University discusses a novel ‘Tai-Chi’ technology designed to tackle key R&D issues related to TWR.
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Cultural adaptation of the iSupport for Dementia psychoeducation programme for care partners

This article examines the cultural adaptation of iSupport for Dementia, an online platform developed by the WHO for dementia caregivers. It emphasises research findings that demonstrate the program’s effectiveness and benefits for Chinese care partners.
Bilayer Lipid Membrane - 3d rendered image of Cell Membrane Phospholipid Structure, Phospholipid bilayer of the cell membrane. Abstract medical illustration. Microscopic view. Microbiologic research concept.

Cell biology research: The mystery of cholesterol homeostasis

Kazumitsu Ueda, PhD from Kyoto University, WPI-iCeMS, unveils the mystery of cholesterol homeostasis in this cell biology research focus.
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Australia’s soils have sent us a warning: We should listen

Praveena Sridhar, the CTO of the Save Soil Movement, believes that Australia’s soil has been signalling a message to us, and as a result, we ought to pay attention.
Neuron cells system - 3d rendered image of Neuron cell network on black background. Hologram view interconnected neurons cells with electrical pulses. Conceptual medical image. Glowing synapse. Healthcare concept.

Timely diagnosis and intervention for people with dementia

Jockey Club Centre for Positive Ageing experts highlight the importance of timely diagnosis and intervention for people with dementia.

Persistent anti-vaxxers and pandemic-induced new anti-vaxxers

Read this analysis of persistent anti-vaxxers and pandemic-induced new anti-vaxxers by Fujio Toriumi, Professor at the University of Tokyo in Japan.
Figure 1: Microbes particulate the cycles of four important elements.

Microbes as high-potential green resource producers

Hui-Ping Chuang, Assistant researcher at the Sustainable Environment Research Laboratories of the National Cheng Kung University, shares insights into the vital role of microbes in waste removal and sustainable resource generation.
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The ethical and legal challenges of cell donation for brain organoid research

Ethical and legal concerns raised by the use of human biological materials, especially cells from adult donors and foetal tissues, must be thoroughly examined.
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Algorithm “DPTM” for continuous authentication with behavioural biometrics

Takeshi Yamada, Professor from Daiichi Institute of Technology, describes the algorithm “DPTM” for continuous authentication with behavioural biometrics, beginning with the current device security outlook.
A portrait of a young Asian woman while half of her face is lit by the sun and the other half is in the shadow.

Progress and challenges in corporate initiatives towards human rights in Japan

Emi Sugawara, Professor at Osaka University of Economics and Law, Faculty of International Studies, continues to examine business and human rights in Japan, charting the progress and challenges in corporate initiatives.

Reducing climate change and global warming

Professor Ken Naitoh from Waseda University in Japan charts a particular interdisciplinary carbon-neutral approach for reducing climate change and global warming that he believes will lead to a more peaceful world.
Desks and chairs in an empty classroom. This is Japanese school.

Enhancing Japanese elementary and junior high-school foreign language education

Our ongoing research, fuelled by last year’s research grant, delves into the theme of “Evaluation of Foreign Language Education Fostering Children’s Thinking, Judgment, Expressiveness and Autonomous Attitude in the Digital Age”.

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