Proteins may predict who will get dementia 10 years later, study finds
Currently, brain scans can detect abnormal levels of a protein called beta amyloid many years before Alzheimer's dementia develops.
Sun Feb 18 2024
The diet that could reduce signs of Alzheimer's
A diet that mimics intermittent fasting could help limit the proliferation of proteins in the brain leading to dementia.
Sun Oct 09 2022
New antibody therapies fight cancer, drum up investment
Antibodies are proteins that recognise foreign substances, attaching themselves to them to alert the rest of the human immune system.
Sun Jun 26 2022
'An amazing ride': Study offers dengue treatment hope
JNJ-A07 works by targeting the interaction between two proteins in the dengue virus that are key to its replication.
Thu Oct 07 2021
Scientists restore partial sight in blind man
The technique known as optogenetics, involves genetically altering cells so they produce more light-sensitive proteins.
Tue May 25 2021
Younger generations more willing to try in-vitro meat
These in-vitro proteins are made from animal cells and then grown in test tubes.
Sat May 22 2021
Explainer: How the Moderna vaccine stacks up against Pfizer/BioNTech's
Both vaccines use messenger RNA (mRNA) technology, which contains instructions for human cells to make proteins that mimic part of the coronavirus.
Sat Dec 19 2020
Novel coronavirus can last 28 days on glass, currency, Australian study finds
Researchers said given that proteins and fats in body fluids can also sharply increase virus survival times.
Mon Oct 12 2020
After the vegan burger, here comes the 'vegan egg'
An Indian start-up is making headlines with a food innovation that may shock some purist fans of traditional omelettes.
Sat Oct 10 2020
Low-carb diet doesn't always cut diabetes risk after pregnancy
Researchers found that women eating diets high in animal proteins and low in carbs actually raised their diabetes risk.
Mon Dec 07 2015
Give up meat and sex for Thai festival "ticket to heaven"
Thailand's annual vegetarian festival kicked off this week, a time of year when the Southeast Asian country's meat-heavy dishes get a vegetarian makeover.
Thu Oct 15 2015
Scientists closer to blood test for Alzheimer's
A British study has identified blood proteins that appear in patients subsequently diagnosed with Alzheimer's.
Tue Jul 08 2014
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
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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 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
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 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
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024