This New Tech Could Help The Ocean Absorb More CO₂
AsianScientist (Sept. 09, 2026) – The ocean is the planet’s largest carbon reservoir, absorbing about 30 percent of the carbon dioxide emitted by human activity. Just...
China’s Planted Forests More Vulnerable To Disasters Than Natural Forests
Unlike new trees, older trees in natural forests often have deeper root systems that can access water stored deeper in the soil, helping forests...
Singaporeans Are Living Longer, But Not Necessarily Healthier
The global study suggests that many people are spending more years managing chronic conditions rather than remaining healthy for longer. Read More
Butterflies Reveal What A “Healthy” Forest May Be Hiding
Different butterfly groups respond differently to habitat loss and human activity, offering scientists a new way to monitor ecosystem health. Read More
The Look Of Your Neighbourhood Could Affect Your Sleep
A study of Tokyo neighbourhoods finds that greenery and a sense of safety may help people sleep longer, while areas with more sidewalks and...
Adding Fiber To Silkworms’ Diet Makes Their Silk Stronger
AsianScientist (Aug. 24, 2026) –After eating mulberry leaves for weeks, silkworms excrete thin threads of silk from their salivary glands to create cocoons. Farmers harvest...
The 2004 Sumatra Earthquake Is Still Moving The Ground—600 km Away
A new study finds that land up to 600 km from the earthquake’s epicentre continues to sink by a few millimetres each year. ...
Wax: The Secret Ingredient In Making A Honeybee Queen
New study reveals an elaborate social machinery behind honeybee royalty, showing how specialised workers, distinctive wax, and carefully controlled nursery help transform a larva...
Bumblebees Make ‘Yum’ And ‘Eww’ Faces, Study Finds
A new study shows that bumblebees display distinct facial expressions after tasting food, revealing that insects can distinguish between liking and wanting. Read...