From Monomers to Molecules: A Two-Way Research Model Improving the Future of Cardiovascular, Arthritis, and Cancer Treatments

Post Views: 4 From Monomers to Molecules: A Two-Way Research Model Improving the Future of Cardiovascular, Arthritis, and Cancer Treatments Over the past two decades, under the leadership of Professor Yi-Zhun Zhu, researchers at the Macau University of Science and Technology have been focusing on a distinctive bidirectional research model for small molecule drug development.…

Medicinal Plant tRNAs: From Hidden Sequences to Patented RNA Drugs for Cancer and Heart Disease

Post Views: 37 Medicinal Plant tRNAs: From Hidden Sequences to Patented RNA Drugs for Cancer and Heart Disease Transfer RNAs (tRNAs) were thought of as the cellular equivalent of backstage crew members. They were necessary for translating the genetic code into proteins, but hardly exciting enough to be stars in their own right. As research…

Innovative Strategies in Health: Integrating Bioactive Compounds, Functional Foods, and Advanced Diagnostics for Neurodegenerative Diseases

Post Views: 72 Innovative Strategies in Health: Integrating Bioactive Compounds, Functional Foods, and Advanced Diagnostics for Neurodegenerative Diseases Neurodegenerative and chronic diseases represent one of the most pressing global health challenges of our time. For example, Alzheimer’s disease currently affects over 6 million Americans, and more than 55 million people worldwide have dementia—with projections estimating…

AI at Work: The Implications of AI Adoption in Macau’s Hospitality and Tourism Industries

Post Views: 1,327 AI at Work: The Implications of AI Adoption in Macau’s Hospitality and Tourism Industries AI tools—from predictive analytics to chatbots and service robots—are transforming workplaces worldwide. While the hospitality and tourism industries adopt these technologies for efficiency, employees face job security concerns, ethical dilemmas, and adaptation challenges. This shift is particularly critical…

Innovative Health Strategies for Neurodegenerative Diseases: Bioactives, Functional Foods, and Advanced Diagnostics

Post Views: 944 Innovative Health Strategies for Neurodegenerative Diseases: Bioactives, Functional Foods, and Advanced Diagnostics Neurodegenerative and chronic diseases represent one of the most pressing global health challenges of our time. For example, Alzheimer’s disease currently affects over 6 million Americans, and more than 55 million people worldwide have dementia—with projections estimating these numbers could…

Green Innovation as a Catalyst for Sustainable Development and Economic Resilience

Post Views: 692 Green Innovation as a Catalyst for Sustainable Development and Economic Resilience The growing urgency of environmental degradation and climate change demands innovative solutions that balance ecological preservation with economic progress. Green innovation, encompassing sustainable technologies and practices, has emerged as a vital tool to address these challenges. From mitigating carbon emissions to…

Decoupling Prosperity from Pollution: Lessons from Four Regions

Post Views: 561 Decoupling Prosperity from Pollution: Lessons from Four Regions As nations worldwide navigate the delicate balance between economic growth and environmental preservation, understanding how human activities affect natural ecosystems becomes increasingly critical. With the persistent rise of energy consumption and carbon emissions, the challenge of transitioning from resource-driven economic growth to sustainable, green…

From Fossils to Finance: How Countries Balance Growth with the Environment

Post Views: 765 From Fossils to Finance: How Countries Balance Growth with the Environment As global economies grow, balancing economic prosperity with environmental sustainability becomes increasingly challenging. The intersection of economic activities, energy consumption, and environmental impacts poses a complex yet essential puzzle that policymakers worldwide strive to solve. Navigating this intersection requires balancing energy…

Potential Radiation-Shielding Materials for Nuclear Waste Management

Post Views: 629 Potential Radiation-Shielding Materials for Nuclear Waste Management Effective radiation shielding is a cornerstone of nuclear waste management, ensuring the safe containment and isolation of radioactive materials. Advances in material science have introduced innovative glass-based materials and ceramic-concrete hybrids, offering superior radiation protection and addressing the structural and environmental challenges inherent in nuclear…

Cultivating Gut Health: From Traditional Turnip Juice to Apple Vinegar

Post Views: 419 Cultivating Gut Health: From Traditional Turnip Juice to Apple Vinegar Fermented foods and beverages have a longstanding tradition across cultures, valued for their distinctive tastes and numerous health benefits. For example, consumers increasingly turn to functional beverages for gut-health benefits, driving the global probiotic products market to USD 87.7 billion in 2023,…