A team from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has recently developed a new technology that could increase synthetic mRNA’s protein production efficiency, thereby strengthening the efficiency of cancer treatments and COVID-19 vaccines. The finding was recently published in the online version of the journal Molecular Therapy—Nucleic Acids. mRNA is a genetic…
A New Way to Synthesize mRNA’s Protein Enhancing Effectiveness of Cancer and COVID-19 Treatment
Study Confirms Drinking Tea Can Improve Cognitive Function
Characterized by symptoms including memory loss and hindered judgment, dementia is a common condition that can affect daily functioning lasting for years or the remainder of a lifetime. Once considered primarily an ailment of the elderly, many people diagnosed with dementia are under the age of 65. Fortunately, there are ways to improve our cognitive…
Study: Brain Cancer Is Closely Related to Cell Phone Usage
A study by the School of Medicine of the Chinese University of Hong Kong discovered that the incidence of primary brain cancer was higher in high-income jurisdictions, and was closely related to the per capita gross domestic product (GDP), the human development index (HDI) and the prevalence of traumatic brain injuries, occupational carcinogen exposure and…
How to Decrease the Risks of Cardiovascular Diseases in Winter
The human body is designed to adjust its core body temperature and keep us warm whenever the ambient temperature drops. This automatic adjustment, however, can be more arduous for people with heart disease. If a person is unaware of having a heart problem or the problem is untreated, it can become life-threatening. The heart needs…
Exiled Hong Kong Teacher Tries to Adapt to New Life in Taiwan
A former Hong Kong secondary school teacher and political cartoonist forced into exile began a new project to help adapt to life in Taiwan. His work captured the helplessness and hope of Hong Kong people living away from their homes. In early 2020, former secondary school general education and visual arts teacher Wong Sir, who…
Man Who Threw Himself Onto Moving Car Arrested on Suspected Fraud
A Hong Kong man is going viral on social media for his exaggerated act of being hit by a car after dash cam footage showed him throwing himself at a slow-moving car before rolling continuously on the ground for an extended period. In the past 20 years, there have been numerous cases in mainland China…
Miso—Steeped in Nutrition and Ceremony
On New Year’s Eve, the Japanese make ceremonial offerings to the Gods and cook “Ozoni,” a traditional soup to be eaten on New Year’s day. On the morning of the new year, the special miso soup is placed on an altar with prayers for health, prosperity, and happiness. Ozoni is made with mochi (rice cake)…
What Is Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) originated in China and has been passed down for thousands of years. TCM is a comprehensive ideological and theoretical system. It provides a holistic view of the union of man and nature and focuses on the correspondence between man and nature to directly explore the corresponding relationship between humans and the…
The Theory Behind Yield Curve Prediction
Commentary Since the U.S. yield curve inverted, predicting recession ahead, there have been voices again arguing “this time is different.” Like previous recessions, contrarians challenged the lack of theoretical basis behind it, others accused the yield curve slope as mainly governed by Fed policy which should be the true cause of boom-bust. In terms of…
Ancient Chinese Healing Techniques Effectively Relieve Back Pain
Chronic back pain is a common ailment, often caused by misuse or overuse of the body in daily activities. It can be an aggravating and even disabling condition, however, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) holds a key to providing relief. Consider the following story: A man, aged 63, who is a driver for a living, drives…
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