TECNO Partners with ACRC at NTU Singapore to Study Consumer Aesthetic Preferences in Southeast Asia
TECNO partners with ACRC at NTU Singapore to study skin tone and portrait imaging preferences in Southeast Asia. The research aims to enhance TECNO’s technology to reflect the diverse beauty of the region and cater to the aesthetic needs of consumers.
Study Links Common Bacteria to Stomach Cancer Development
A new study has found that the typically harmless bacteria, Helicobacter pylori, may play a significant role in the development of stomach cancer. Researchers have identified the mechanism through which this bacteria operates, potentially paving the way for the development of therapeutics to mitigate the risk. The study focused on examining the non-H. pylori gut microbiome in patients with varying stages of gastric cancer, revealing the enrichment of five oral pathogens in the gastric linings of these patients, including Streptococcus anginosus. Through the use of mouse models, researchers observed that colonization with S. anginosus initiated an acute inflammatory response, followed by a chronic phase characterized by intense and persistent gastritis, mirroring the pathway observed in humans before the onset of gastric cancer. Co-infection with S. anginosus and H. pylori resulted in greater gastric inflammation than either pathogen alone, suggesting a potential synergistic effect in promoting gastric cancer.
Breakthrough in Wearable Technology: ‘Hair-Thin’ Semiconductor Fibers Developed
Researchers from Nanyang Technological University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed ‘hair-thin’ semiconductor fibers that can be seamlessly woven into any fabric, paving the way for the creation of smart wearable electronics. The fibers, composed of silicon and germanium cores, have the potential to revolutionize the development of flexible wearable devices. The team’s groundbreaking work has been published in the journal Nature under open-access terms, signifying a significant advancement in the field of wearables and sensor technology.