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Researchers develop new tool to combat antibiotic resistance 12 June 2025

New computational tool Argo analyses longer segments of bacterial DNA to track antibiotic resistance genes, improving environmental monitoring capabilities.

New insights reveal early stages of stomach cancer development 11 June 2025

Stomach cancer is the 5th most common cancer worldwide, and its prevalence is especially high in East Asia.

Welcome, Croucher Class of 2025! 10 June 2025

This year’s awardees are carrying out research in a wide range of fields, from life sciences to astronomy and from mathematics to engineering.

Intense shipping activity disturbs Hong Kong marine life 9 June 2025

Research shows 6,000 daily vessels in Greater Bay Area leave minimal safe space for endangered species, including dolphins and porpoises.

Analysis reveals complex causes for dolphin decline 9 June 2025

Research identifies five key factors, including land reclamation and marine traffic, behind Hong Kong's dwindling Indo-Pacific Humpback Dolphin population.

Text-to-cookie: Scientists simplify custom food printing 6 June 2025

The innovation combines simultaneous infrared heating with the printing to prepare the food in one single step.

Croucher Science Week grows to meet Hong Kong's appetite for science 5 June 2025

This year’s event ran over two weekends with a record number of shows.

Building muscle strength may reduce risk of type 2 diabetes, study finds. 4 June 2025

The findings indicate the possible benefit of incorporating muscle-strengthening exercises into public health guidelines for T2D prevention, particularly for middle-aged and older adults.

Enzyme clue could unlock new treatments for Huntington's disease 3 June 2025

Scientists identify an overactive enzyme in brain cells that could be targeted to treat Huntington's disease, an incurable inherited disorder.

Stony habitats explored 2 June 2025

Long-term study tracks Hong Kong's intertidal ecosystems, from boulder-dwelling creatures to crab behaviour, establishing crucial environmental baseline.

City of Shells 30 May 2025

A new documentary aims to raise public awareness as to why restoration of oyster reefs is crucial for the city’s environmental resilience and sustainability.

Action research to save cities of oysters 29 May 2025

Oyster reefs provide particularly strong ecosystem services that include enhancing biodiversity and cleaning water through their filtration. Croucher News looks at efforts to save them in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong study reveals clouds may amplify global warming more than expected 29 May 2025

New findings suggest that clouds may amplify the greenhouse effect by 71% more than previously estimated.

Switchable nanosheets to enhance smart sensor technology 27 May 2025

Scientists demonstrate electrochemical method to switch tungsten disulphide nanosheets between semiconducting and semi-metallic states, furthering smart sensor development and wearable electronics.

Tropical insect decline threatens ecosystems and human wellbeing 26 May 2025

Their decline can disrupt natural predator-prey relationships, potentially allowing disease-carrying insects like mosquitoes to flourish while beneficial species dwindle.

Heavenly motion: An interview with Dr Man Hoi Lee 22 May 2025

Dr Man Hoi Lee reveals how planetary systems, including the remarkable nu Octantis, perform complex and unexpected celestial choreography.

Hong Kong researchers establish Asia's first bladder cancer organoid biobank 22 May 2025

Hong Kong researchers create miniature bladder tumours in the laboratory, allowing doctors to test treatments before administering them to patients.

New model advances understanding of nerve repair in brain injury 21 May 2025

Hong Kong researchers have developed a new brain injury model where genetic manipulation helped halve recovery time in nerve repair studies.

Closing the gap: new computing method reduces critical distance in quantum systems 20 May 2025

Hong Kong researchers use magnetic topological insulators to reduce the distance between quantum processors and control systems from metres to centimetres, potentially improving processing speed and efficiency.

Connecting the dots 19 May 2025

Hong Kong researchers build comprehensive marine species databases, combining scientific surveys and citizen observations to guide future conservation strategies.

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