New class of optoelectronic materials developed

A new class of semiconductor materials has been pioneered that might enhance the functionality of optoelectronic…

Microbiologists discover possible new strategy to fight oral thrush

An antimicrobial protein caused a dramatic reduction in the creamy white lesions associated with oral thrush…

Distracted? Slowing down, not a safe option

Drivers who slow down while using mobile phones have the potential to increase on-road conflicts, a…

Marine ecologists discover and name the first endemic tree-climbing crab

A new species of mangrove-climbing micro-crab from Hong Kong, Haberma tingkok, has recently been discovered, described…

Humans and sponges share gene regulation

Humans have a lot in common with the humble sea sponge, according to research that changes…

How many dolphins are there in Hong Kong waters?

The first-ever comprehensive population assessment of the Chinese white dolphins that inhabit Hong Kong waters has…

Palaeontologist reconstructs feathered dinosaurs in the flesh

Until now it has been hard to get an accurate idea of the shape of a…

One in three teens with autism spectrum disorder receives driver’s license

One in three adolescents with autism spectrum disorder acquires an intermediate driver's license, and the majority…

Glowing bacteria detect buried landmines

Clearing landmines is dangerous work, posing risk of injury or death to personnel trying to find…

New hope for more effective treatment of leukemia

The discovery of a protein signature that is highly predictive of leukemia could lead to novel…