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COVID and beyond: Labs unite to boost genomic surveillance globally

COVID and beyond: Labs unite to boost genomic surveillance globally

One of the big benefits that came from the pandemic was this huge global investment in infrastructure, said John Sillitoe.
Sat Jan 27 2024
Explained: How engineered crops can fight climate change

Explained: How engineered crops can fight climate change

Global food systems feed a growing world population, but are a major contributor to climate change.
Sat Jul 09 2022
RM15 mln in additional funds for third phase of SARS-CoV-2 genomic surveillance project

RM15 mln in additional funds for third phase of SARS-CoV-2 genomic surveillance project

An additional fund of RM15 million under PICK has been approved for the third phase of the SARS-CoV-2 genomic surveillance project.
Mon May 09 2022
MOH will step up genomic surveillance to detect Omicron variant  - Khairy

MOH will step up genomic surveillance to detect Omicron variant - Khairy

So far the government had managed to increase full genome sequence analysis capacity to 1,500 samples a month.
Mon Nov 29 2021
COVID: 23 cases involving variants of concern detected - Health DG

COVID: 23 cases involving variants of concern detected - Health DG

The MOH has detected a total of 23 cases of COVID-19 Variants of Concern (VOC) as a result of continuous genomic surveillance from June 3 to June 8.
Thu Jun 10 2021
US report concluded COVID-19 may have leaked from Wuhan lab - WSJ

US report concluded COVID-19 may have leaked from Wuhan lab - WSJ

Lawrence Livermore's assessment drew on a genomic analysis of the COVID-19 virus.
Tue Jun 08 2021
In tracking virus mutations, most countries flying blind

In tracking virus mutations, most countries flying blind

So few countries are conducting and sharing surveillance that experts are as worried about the mutations they cannot see as those they can.
Sat Jan 23 2021
MOH to continue monitoring the UK B117 virus strain

MOH to continue monitoring the UK B117 virus strain

Health deputy director-general (research and technical support) Dr Hishamshah Mohd Ibrahim said genomic sequencing will be conducted in labs if a new strain is detected.
Fri Dec 25 2020
Genetic variants linked to severe COVID-19: study

Genetic variants linked to severe COVID-19: study

Researchers found that individuals who produce more of the TYK2 enzyme appeared to be at higher risk of developing severe COVID-19.
Sat Dec 12 2020
Man and dog: Ancient genetics study reveals complex history

Man and dog: Ancient genetics study reveals complex history

Understanding the history of dogs teaches us not just about their history but also about our own history.
Sat Oct 31 2020
COVID-19: MOH can focus on genomic research with reduction in positive cases - Health DG

COVID-19: MOH can focus on genomic research with reduction in positive cases - Health DG

The declining number of positive COVID-19 cases will allow MOH health workers to focus on its joint research on COVID-19-related genomics with the IMR.
Tue Jun 09 2020
WHO says novel coronavirus not manipulated or constructed

WHO says novel coronavirus not manipulated or constructed

All available evidence to date suggests that the novel coronavirus, which has caused the ongoing pandemic, has a natural animal origin and is not a manipulated or constructed virus, WHO said.
Fri Apr 24 2020
UK scientists to track mutations in coronavirus to map spread

UK scientists to track mutations in coronavirus to map spread

Working in teams across Britain, scientists will map out and analyse the full genetic codes of the COVID-19 samples.
Mon Mar 23 2020
Prof CC Liew : Ways to cheat Cancer, Heart Disease and soon, other Maladies

Prof CC Liew : Ways to cheat Cancer, Heart Disease and soon, other Maladies

Professor Liew Choong Chin speaks to AWANI Review Editor Razak Chik on his pioneering work in harnessing genomics to fight diseases and his vision of turning Penang into a medical hub.
Tue Jan 23 2018
Prenatal tests can now reveal whether a mom-to-be has cancer

Prenatal tests can now reveal whether a mom-to-be has cancer

Prenatal tests can now reveal whether a mother-to-be has cancer.
Tue Jul 14 2015
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024